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Record Military Budget Approval by Putin A Heavy Toll on Russia's Economy Amid the War in Ukraine

Russian President Vladimir Putin has approved an unprecedented defense budget for 2025, allocating approximately $126 billion, or 13.5 trillion rubles, to the national defense sector. This amount constitutes 32.5% of the total government spending, marking a significant rise from the previous year’s......

Morocco Strengthens Grain Supply with New Russia Agreement Amid Drought Challenges

Morocco has entered a strategic partnership with Russia to diversify its grain imports and address growing domestic wheat demand, exacerbated by severe drought conditions. The agreement, signed on Friday, marks a significant step for the North African nation in securing more stable grain supplies, particularly......

Morocco's Shift Toward Russian Wheat Imports and the Geopolitical Implications

 In November 2024, Morocco marked a significant milestone in its wheat procurement strategy by importing 222,000 tons of wheat from Russia. This represents a substantial increase compared to the 119,000 tons imported during the same period the previous year. This shift highlights Morocco's growing......

Strengthening Strategic Ties Morocco and Russia's Growing Partnership in Fisheries and Agriculture

The growing collaboration between Morocco and Russia, particularly in the fields of agriculture and fisheries, highlights the strategic convergence of interests between the two nations. This partnership, which began in 2020, has been gradually evolving and now includes the extension of cooperation in......

South Africa Blocks Morocco's BRICS Aspirations at Kazan Summit

The ongoing BRICS summit in Kazan, Russia has brought to light significant diplomatic tensions as South Africa firmly opposes Morocco's potential inclusion in the expanding economic bloc. The three-day gathering, which commenced on October 22, 2024, has placed the controversial topic of membership......

EU Allocates €35 Billion Loan to Ukraine Utilizing Frozen Russian Assets

In a significant move, European Union envoys have reached an agreement to provide Ukraine with up to €35 billion (approximately $38 billion) as part of a broader financial package aimed at supporting the nation amidst ongoing conflict. This loan, which is backed by immobilized assets from the Russian......

Challenging the Global Order: The Pursuit of Economic Independence in a Dollar-Dominated World

In an increasingly interconnected global economy, a growing number of nations are questioning the current international order and seeking alternatives to U.S. dollar dominance. This shift in perspective is not merely about economic policy; it represents a fundamental challenge to the existing power structures......

China and Japan: A New Chapter in Seafood Trade After Fukushima Dispute

China has announced its intention to "gradually resume" seafood imports from Japan, marking a resolution to a dispute that has spanned over a year. The conflict centered around the release of treated radioactive water from the Fukushima nuclear plant, which sparked concerns and a subsequent......

Ukraine's Power Grid Revival: EU's $39 Billion Loan to Rebuild Critical Infrastructure

In a significant move, the European Union has committed to providing Ukraine with a substantial loan of up to $39 billion to rebuild its power grid, which has been severely damaged by relentless Russian attacks. This financial support is part of a broader initiative by the Group of Seven (G7) nations......

Morocco's Strategic Energy Move: Diversifying Sources with Russian Gas Imports

Morocco continues to strengthen its energy security by importing Russian natural gas, showcasing a strategic approach to its energy needs. Despite global geopolitical tensions and sanctions against Russia, the kingdom has maintained a steady supply of liquefied natural gas (LNG) from the country for......

Morocco Ascends as Prime Market for Spanish LNG Amid European Decline

In a notable shift in regional energy dynamics, Morocco has emerged as the foremost destination for Spanish liquefied natural gas (LNG) exports. This transformation is underscored by recent data from the Spanish Agency for Strategic Reserves (Cores), which reveals a dramatic surge in Spain's LNG......

Morocco's Fertilizer Exports to Brazil Surge, Securing Third Place in Global Market

Morocco's fertilizer exports to Brazil have experienced an unprecedented rise, catapulting the country to the position of the third largest supplier in June 2023. According to data from the Brazilian statistics agency, as reported by RIA Novosti, Morocco's exports surged by 2.3 times compared......

Russia's African Ambitions: Exploring Opportunities in the Banking Sector

In a move that could potentially reshape the financial landscape across the African continent, Russia has expressed keen interest in establishing representative offices of Russian banks in various African nations. This revelation came directly from Maria Zakharova, the spokesperson for the Russian Ministry......