John Nkengasong

France imposes visa restrictions on Algeria’s nomenklatura

France announced visa restrictions targeting Algerian “dignitaries” at a context of worsening bilateral relations, as Algeria continues to reject individuals ordered to leave France. A showdown went on for months between Algeria and France, since Paris declared its full support for Morocco’s sovereignty over the Sahara. Algeria has weaponized migration and rejected to take its […]

Guatemala considers autonomy initiative as ‘only serious, credible and realistic basis’ for settling Sahara regional dispute; hails bilateral relations positive dynamic

Guatemala affirmed on Thursday that the Morocco-proposed autonomy initiative for the Sahara is “the only serious, credible and realistic basis to move towards a lasting agreement for a definitive settlement of this artificial conflict, in full respect of the Kingdom’s territorial integrity and its national sovereignty.” This position was expressed by Guatemala’s Minister of Foreign […]

Spain’s PM on West African tour to stem migration flow, signs deals with Mauritania, Gambia

Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez agreed with Mauritanian president Mohammed Ould Ghazouani to stem migration flows, as part of a West African tour that will lead him to Gambia and Senegal. The Canary Islands, located close to the African coast and used as a stepping stone for migrants and refugees trying to reach Europe — […]