The serious reputational risk arising from the Ceuta crisis
BRIEF. The confrontational approach to the serious migration crisis and the bellicose rhetoric used in the national media could harm Spanish businesses and affect bilateral trade.
#6months of Libya
NEWSLETTER. Positive progress in the reconciliation process, economic growth, and promising agreements between parallel administrations.
It Is Time to Return to Algeria
For "Empresa Exterior", our editor analyses Minister Albares’ visit to Algiers and the consolidation of normalised bilateral relations.
#6months of Tunisia
NEWSLETTER. Growing protests over new sentences handed down to opposition figures; caution regarding the conflict in the Middle East.
#6months of Mauritania
NEWSLETTER. Economic diplomacy and the search for foreign investment, the threat of migration and the opening of a national dialogue.
Maghreb Outlook 2026
SPECIAL. 10 political risk factors to consider next year
#6months of Morocco
NEWSLETTER. Victories on the international stage with significant progress on Western Sahara; mass youth protests lead to reforms and arrests.
#6months of Algeria
NEWSLETTER. Changes in the government and key companies; rapprochement with Washington and reformulation of some foreign policy positions.
Can the US Impose the Autonomy Solution for Western Sahara?
BRIEF. The imminent vote to extend MINURSO could provide the US with an opportunity to impose a resolution contemplating autonomy under Moroccan sovereignty as the only way to end the long-running conflict.
#7days of Maghreb
NEWSLETTER. A selection of the most important news of last week from the Maghreb
The End of 'Algex': Towards a New Model of Foreign Trade in Algeria?
BRIEF. The intention behind replacing the Foreign Trade Promotion Agency (Algex) is to address criticism of its corruption and excessive bureaucracy. However, the move also aims to modernise the trade, protect domestic production and foster closer ties with the business community.
Energy Newsletter - October 2025
NEWSLETTER. Monthly report on Spain's energy relations with the Maghreb