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African UN Security Council Members Praise Morocco’s Peace-building Role in CAR

Three African non-permanent members of the United Nations Security Council have formally commended Morocco for organizing a landmark international conference in support of the Central African Republic, reinforcing Rabat’s growing diplomatic role on the continent. The Democratic Republic of Congo, Somalia, and Liberia — collectively known as the “A3” — voiced their appreciation during a […]

Qatar rejects Haftar’s proclaiming himself Libya’s ruler as a coup on legitimacy

Qatar said it rejects the announcement made last Monday by the commander of the self-proclaimed Libyan National Army, Khalifa Haftar, claiming he had been mandated by the people to rule the country, as a coup on legitimacy. “Haftar’s announcement is a new confirmation that he seeks a coup against the international legitimacy and the Libyan […]

Morocco’s ONCF to buy 168 trains from France’s Alstom, Spain’s CAF and South Korea’s Hyundai Rotem

Morocco’s ONCF has chosen France’s Alstom, Spain’s CAF, and South Korea’s Hyundai Rotem as manufacturers of its tender to buy 168 trains, including high-speed, intercity and urban trains. The new trains will help ONCF renew its existing fleet and accommodate for traffic growth, the rail operator said in a statement. It also added that the […]