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Tunisia Court Reinstates Former Minister Znaidi in Presidential Race

A Tunisian court has overturned a decision by the Independent Higher Election Authority (ISIE), allowing former minister Mondher Znaidi to participate in the upcoming presidential election on October 6. This ruling could significantly alter the dynamics of the race, posing a tougher challenge for incumbent......

EU's Declining Appetite for Moroccan Tomatoes: Imports Drop by 6.8%

The European Union's demand for Moroccan tomatoes has experienced a noticeable dip this season, with imports from the North African nation dropping by 6.8% compared to the previous year. This decline follows a record high in Moroccan tomato imports to the EU in 2022, marking the steepest decline......

Diplomatic Breakthrough: Morocco and Tunisia Signal Potential Rapprochement

In a significant development for North African diplomacy, high-ranking officials from Morocco and Tunisia recently engaged in their first official meeting since a diplomatic rift emerged in 2022. This encounter, which took place on the sidelines of the 80th anniversary ceremonies of the Allied landings......

Morocco's Central Bank Poised for Further Interest Rate Reductions in 2024

In a significant move that could reshape Morocco's economic landscape, Bank Al-Maghrib (BAM), the country's central bank, is expected to implement additional cuts to its policy rates during the latter half of 2024. This forecast, put forth by Fitch Solutions, suggests a continuation of the monetary......

Tunisia's Political Landscape Shifts as President Saied Announces Re-election Bid

In a move that has sent ripples through Tunisia's political sphere, President Kais Saied has officially declared his intention to seek a second five-year term in the upcoming October presidential election. The announcement, made on Friday, comes amidst a backdrop of political tension and opposition......

Tunisia's Turbulent Path: Saied Calls Presidential Vote Amid Crackdown on Dissent

Against a backdrop of political turmoil and an escalating crackdown on dissent, Tunisian President Kais Saied has announced October 6 as the date for the nation's eagerly anticipated presidential election. This declaration, formalized by official decree on Monday, sets the stage for Saied's potential......

Tragedy on the Tunisian Frontier: Soldier Killed in Ambush on Military Patrol

In a tragic incident that has cast a pall over the nation, a Tunisian soldier lost his life in an armed attack on a military patrol in the buffer zone of Remada, situated in the southern reaches of the country. The assault, which unfolded in the early hours of Wednesday morning, was carried out by unknown......

Tunisia's Diplomatic Maneuver Reignites Maghreb Union Tensions

In a move reigniting tensions surrounding the long-stalled Arab Maghreb Union (AMU), Tunisian President Kais Saied has appointed diplomat Tarek Ben Salem as the new Secretary-General of the regional bloc. This appointment, slated to commence in June 2024 for a three-year term, comes amidst ongoing efforts......

Tunisia's Fiscal Woes: Escalating Reliance on Domestic Borrowing

As Tunisia struggle with a deepening economic and financial crisis, the government has intensified its reliance on domestic borrowing to generate additional resources and fund the state budget outlined in the 2024 Finance Law. In a move that underscores the country's fiscal challenges, the Tunisian......