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Diversification of Arms Suppliers Enables Morocco to Outclass Algeria in Military Capabilities

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Morocco has increased its arms imports by 12% between 2016–20 and 2021–25, becoming the top arms importer in Africa, according to new data published by the Stockholm International Peace Research Institute (SIPRI). The North African Kingdom has been engaged in recent years in upgrading its firepower and boosting military capabilities to counter threats to its […]
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Fearing halt of Russian arms supplies, Algeria’s president returns with empty promises from Turkey

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The civilian façade of the military regime in Algeria, President Abdelmedjid Tebboune, ended a state visit to Turkey empty handed, save the signing of MOUs with a vague language and promises that remain ink on paper, at a time the North African country is desperately seeking alternatives to deal with a looming halt of Russian […]