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Former British diplomat views Morocco as a rising power

Former British Foreign Service Officer, Arthur Snell, has described Morocco as a rising power, saying the country, which was rocked last month by powerful quake, remains undeterred and is now preparing to host the IMF-WB annual meetings from 9 to 15 October 2023. In an Op-Ed posted by U.S. Newsmax TV channel, Mr. Snell, who […]

Morocco strengthens defense capabilities with $260 million Javelin missile purchase

Morocco continues its military modernization drive with U.S. Defense Department’s approval for a $260 million acquisition of 612 FGM-148F Javelin anti-tank missiles and 200 portable launchers, reinforcing the kingdom’s defense capabilities amid regional security challenges. The U.S. Department of Defense authorized the transaction on May 31, 2025, following preliminary approval from the Defense Security Cooperation […]

Tunisia: Agricultural products aiming higher markets

The implementation of a project destined to ease and improve market accessibility of Tunisia’s harissa, Djebba fig and prickly pear produce is being done by the United Nations Industrial Development Organization (UNIDO) and funded by the Government of Switzerland’s State Secretariat for Economic Affairs (SECO). The project will kick off from the beginning of next […]