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Putin Supports al-Sisi’s Candidature for Egypt’s President

Russian President Vladimir Putin said he supported Egypt’s Field Marshall Abdul Fattah al-Sisi in his bid for presidency. Mr Sisi visited Moscow in order to discuss an arms deal while Mr Putin used the occasion to mention that he was “aware” of Sisi’s presidency bid. Cairo has not delivered an official statement on the issue. […]

Morocco advances domestic commerce modernization strategy with digital integration

Morocco’s domestic commerce sector participated in comprehensive discussions at Maamora near Salé, bringing together merchants, federations, professional associations, and private operators to address structural challenges within this essential economic sector. The gathering focused on formalizing retail operations while advancing digital integration across small-scale commerce, reported L’Economiste daily this Wednesday. Industry and Commerce Minister Ryad Mezzour […]

IMF commends Morocco’s measures to contain Covid-19 crisis, expand social welfare

The prompt measures adopted by Morocco after the outbreak of the coronavirus outbreak helped the country contain the economic and social impact of the pandemic, said the IMF, noting that the country should brace for deep recession this year. The Moroccan economy will contract by 6 to 7% this year due to the impact of […]