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Moroccan-French ties need a fresh revamp

Since the visit by French President Emmanuel Macron to Morocco in Nov. 2018 to launch a high-speed train not much has been achieved in political ties between the two countries, leading analysts to argue that the current form of bilateral ties has hit the limit. France remains the first investor in Morocco with French automotive […]

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Morocco’s King congratulates President Macron on his re-election

King Mohammed VI has sent his congratulations to French President Emmanuel Macron on his re-election and victory over far-right rival Marine Le Pen.   In his message, the Monarch wished Macron success in his mission and hailed the depth of the multidimensional ties existing between the Moroccan and French people.   By winning a second […]

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Macron to unveil details on Barkhane’s future at the Friday G5 Sahel summit

After it announced a gradual military disengagement in the Sahel, France will give details on the readjustment of its military presence in the Sahel, during the G5 Sahel summit. During this G5 Sahel summit, scheduled for Friday, July 9, 2021 by videoconference, French President Emmanuel Macron is expected to provide further details on the announced […]

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France’s President announces end of Operation Barkhane

French President Emmanuel Macron announced Thursday a “profound transformation” of the French military presence in the Sahel and the establishment of an international anti-jihadist alliance in the region.   “Following consultations with our partners, in particular the United States … European countries … we will begin a comprehensive transformation of our military presence in the […]

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Macron expresses “full support” to the Libyan transition

It is a “full support” that French President Emmanuel Macron expressed to the head of the Libyan government Abdel Hamid Dbeibah who was received Tuesday June 1 at the Élysée Palace. Emmanuel Macron described the formation of the Government of National Unity (GNU) as “an important step” in ending the crisis. Speaking after the meeting, […]

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Africa: Emmanuel Macron calls for a “New Deal”

Three weeks before the summit on the financing of sub-Saharan African economies that will take place on May 18 in Paris, French President Emmanuel Macron has called for a “New Deal” for Africa. How to react to a “very strong slowdown” of African economies caused by the Covid-19 crisis? Yesterday’s recipes are ineffective, said Emmanuel […]

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France supports Sudan’s transitional government; to host conference with Khartoum’s international creditors

France has voiced “unconditional support for the democratic transition” in Sudan and vowed a €60 million aid, including 15 million that will be made available very quickly. President Emmanuel Macron of France made the announcement Monday after a meeting in Paris with Sudanese Prime Minister Abdallah Hamdok, whose government is tasked with leading the country’s […]

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French Pdt: Exceptional Moroccan-French Partnership Strengthened under King Mohammed VI’s Reign

The exceptional Moroccan-French partnership has been strengthened further under the reign of King Mohammed VI, said French President Emmanuel Macron in a congratulation message sent to the Moroccan Sovereign on the occasion of the 20th anniversary of his enthronement.   President Macron expressed hope that the partnership between the two countries will continue to flourish […]

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French Foreign Minister in Morocco to prepare for Macron’s visit

French foreign minister Jean-Yves Le Drian is expected in Morocco Saturday (June 8) for a working visit during which he will discuss the upcoming visit to Morocco by French president Emmanuel Macron. The French minister will meet his Moroccan counterpart Nasser Bourita, le360.ma said, adding that the French President will visit Morocco after a Gulf […]

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Libya: President Macron to meet with Haftar in a push for ceasefire

France Tuesday announced President Emmanuel Macron wants to meet with Khalifa Haftar whose eastern Libyan National Army has been fighting to control capital Tripoli, few days after UN-backed Government of National Accord (GNA) leader asked the French leader to press the rebel general to cease his offensive. Khalifa Haftar launched an offensive on Tripoli early […]