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Sahara: US reaffirms support for Moroccan Autonomy Initiative

The United States reaffirmed Friday in New York its support for the Moroccan autonomy initiative as the “serious, credible and realistic” solution to the regional dispute over the Moroccan Sahara. “We continue to regard Morocco’s autonomy plan as serious, credible and realistic” to meet the aspirations of the populations of the region for “a peaceful […]

Muzzling critics, Tunisia on footsteps of its Algerian mentor

Quelling peaceful dissent and arresting independent journalists is now a common practice in Tunisia as it backpedals on democracy under the leadership of authoritarian president Kais Saied, following the example of his protectors in military-ruled Algeria. After amassing all powers in a firm grip, President Saied launched an unrelenting campaign against peaceful opposition figures, throwing […]

Moroccan Jaouad Mahjour gets new WHO position as Deputy Director General

The World Health Organization (WHO) has appointed Moroccan citizen Dr Jaouad Mahjour Deputy Director General of the organization. Mahjour was formerly acting WHO Regional Director for the Eastern Mediterranean and has 30 years of experience in public health and project elaboration, and transmissible disease projects assessments. The Moroccan permanent mission at the UN office in […]