UN fourth committee

Algeria-WB: Difficult to do business in Algeria

The World Bank Doing Business 2016 report categorizes Algeria among countries “hostile’’ to investment, placing the country at the 163rd rank out of 189 countries, with Singapore topping the rankings. Despite a myriad of efforts to stimulate economic revival following a plunge of the country’s economy due to the collapse of oil prices, Algeria is […]

Morocco Throne Day: King Felipe VI of Spain Upbeat about Future Cooperation Ties with Morocco

King Felipe VI of Spain has extended his warmest greeting to King Mohammed VI on the occasion of the 27th anniversary of his accession to the throne. In his message of congratulations, the Spanish Sovereign expresses, on his own behalf and on behalf of the Spanish government and people, his best wishes for happiness and […]

Burundi’s ‘clean sweep’ vote sparks fears of authoritarian consolidation

Burundi’s ruling party, CNDD-FDD, has claimed all 100 contested seats in the 5 June parliamentary election, prompting outcry from opposition groups and rights organizations who allege systematic electoral fraud and political repression. According to official results, CNDD-FDD secured 96.5% of the vote, with no other party surpassing the 2% threshold required for parliamentary representation. Opposition […]