Arab oil and gas reserves cement region’s global energy influence

The Arab world holds some of the largest proven oil and natural gas reserves on the planet, reinforcing its central role in global energy security and international commodity markets. Recent data drawn from leading industry sources, including OPEC, BP Statistical Review and the US Energy Information......

Europe resumes flights to Baghdad after 35 years of suspension

Iraq’s Transport Ministry announced that Aegean Airlines, based in Greece, has become the first European airline in 35 years to land at Baghdad International Airport. The ministry described the flight as a turning point that marks Iraq’s reintegration into the European aviation network and......

Morocco becomes the third-largest Arab client of Turkey in 2025 with imports valued at 36.3 billion dirhams

Morocco ranked as Turkey’s third-largest Arab customer during the first ten months of 2025, according to official data released by Türkiye’s Statistical Institute (TURKSTAT). Between January and October, Moroccan imports of Turkish goods reached an estimated 3.63 billion USD, or 36.3......

Security forces intercept drone near key gas field in Iraq's Kurdistan

Iraqi Kurdish security forces opened fire on a drone approaching the Khor Mor gas field late Sunday, according to security sources. The incident occurred in the Kurdistan region, where the gas field is one of the largest and most strategically important in Iraq. The drone was intercepted before it could......

U.S. sanctions deepen Russian oil discount to $20 per barrel under Brent

The latest U.S. sanctions targeting Russia’s top oil producers, Rosneft and Lukoil, have driven the discount on the country’s flagship Urals crude to $20 per barrel below Brent, marking the steepest reduction this year. The price gap mirrors levels seen shortly after Russia’s invasion......

Morocco strengthens position as top startup hub in MENA despite funding challenges

Morocco continues to assert itself as one of the leading startup ecosystems in the MENA region, maintaining its top-four position in August 2025, even as regional startup funding saw a significant contraction. According to Wamda, investment across the MENA region dropped sharply by 57%, falling from......

Morocco ranks third in live cattle imports from Brazil

In May, Brazil recorded its second-highest monthly export of live cattle ever, shipping over 111,000 heads and generating nearly 105 million dollars in revenue. Morocco stood as the third-largest importer, purchasing more than 14,000 heads valued at over 16 million dollars, primarily sourced from the......

Morocco turns to floating power ships to meet growing electricity demand

Morocco is exploring a flexible and rapid solution to its increasing electricity needs by considering the import of up to 6,000 megawatts of power via floating power ships from Turkey. These ships, equipped with mobile power plants, offer a timely alternative amid growing pressure on conventional energy......

Major oil reserve discovery in Iraq: two billion barrels uncovered

Iraq has announced the discovery of over two billion barrels of oil reserves located to the east of Baghdad. The announcement was made by the country’s state-run Central Oil Company. This new find is part of Iraq's ongoing efforts to boost its oil production capacity. Earlier last year, Iraq......

Unilever expands regional influence with new Moroccan headquarters

Unilever has inaugurated its new offices at Casablanca Finance City (CFC), marking a significant expansion of its presence in Morocco. This strategic move builds upon the company's century-long history in the country and demonstrates its ongoing commitment to the North African market. The establishment......

Decline in Global Crude Exports as Trade Routes Experience Shifts

In 2024, global crude oil exports experienced a 2% decline, marking the first decrease since the COVID-19 pandemic, according to shipping data. This reduction is attributed to slower demand growth and significant changes in refinery operations and pipeline routes. The global oil market has faced disruptions......

Egypt's Soaring Interest Rates: A Double-Edged Sword for Economic Growth

Egypt currently holds the distinction of having the highest interest rates among all Arab nations, with a staggering 27.25% set by its central bank. This monetary policy decision reflects Egypt's aggressive strategy to attract foreign investment in treasury bonds and bills, particularly in response......

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