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Cash-handouts will not help Algeria gain influence in region

As a state entertaining a rentier economy, Algeria has long sought to gain influence in Africa and the Arab region through cash handouts during the era of expensive oil. After years of diplomatic lethargy during the Bouteflika era, the recycled military regime tries the same recipe, yet money has run out. Algeria first donated 100 […]

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China grants Tunisia $14.2m to finance projects

China and Tunisia signed Tuesday inked a grant deal valued at around $14.2 million (TND40 million) earmarked for the financing of projects in the North African country. The signing took place between Tunisia’s top diplomat Othman Jerandi and his counterpart Zhang Jiang. The deal did not detail projects to be determined by both countries, Webdo […]