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Prospects for North Africa in 2021
The pandemic has wrought havoc on North African economies, most of which depend on tourism and energy exports
EgyptEmirati consulate signals shift in Moroccan position
The UAE has opened a consulate in the Western Saharan capital, showing its support for Morocco's position
MoroccoTurkish exports may face obstructions in North Africa
Turkish clothes exporters said they face long delays at customs in Algeria and Morocco
TurkeyEU asylum reforms leave key tensions unresolved
The European Commission’s new proposals for asylum reform fail to prepare the EU for another migration crisis
EUWashington may eye Maghreb aid against strategic foes
Mark Esper is touring North Africa amid US concerns over Sahel terrorism and Russian and Chinese regional influence
North AfricaMorocco’s investment focus may shift
Rabat has had to make major changes to its economic planning in light of the COVID-19 pandemic
MoroccoMoroccan king’s speech highlights socio-economic risks
King Mohammed VI strongly hinted at the possibility of returning to lockdown and winding down financial support measures
MoroccoMoroccan nearshoring aims hinge on targeted investment
The kingdom hopes to benefit from a European push to diversify value chains, bringing them closer to home
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