Morocco-energy policy

Spain defends again UN centrality in settlement of Sahara issue

Spain has defended again the “central role” of the United Nations in settling the Moroccan Sahara issue.   “The central role in the political settlement of the Sahara issue belongs to the UN,” said Spanish Minister of Foreign Affairs Arancha Gonzalez Laya.   “In this regard, we always support the efforts of the Secretary General […]

Flight ban deepens rift between Sudan and UAE amid accusations of war meddling

The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has banned Sudanese aircraft from landing at its airports, a move Sudan’s Civil Aviation Authority described as “surprising” and deeply disruptive to travel plans for its citizens. The UAE also blocked a Sudanese flight from departing Abu Dhabi, escalating already fraught relations between the two nations. The flight ban marks […]

Qatar bank seeks U.S. enforcement of $1bn arbitration award against South Sudan

Qatar National Bank (QNB) has petitioned a U.S. federal court to enforce a $1.02 billion arbitration award against South Sudan, stemming from an unpaid wartime loan originally intended to stabilize the fledgling nation’s economy. Filed in the U.S. District Court for the District of Columbia, QNB’s request asks the court to treat the International Centre […]