#6months of Morocco
NEWSLETTER. Victories on the international stage with significant progress on Western Sahara; mass youth protests lead to reforms and arrests.
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#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
#6months of Libya
NEWSLETTER. Violence in the capital, political succession in the east, uncertain prospects for reunification, growing interest from the US.
A New Trade Agreement with Morocco? The European Commission Invokes the 'Tacit Consent' of the Sahrawi People
REPORT. The expiration of the extension granted by the CJEU forces the EU executive to resort to an innovative legal formula rife with challenges in order to validate a key agricultural agreement for both parties.
#7days of Maghreb
NEWSLETTER. A selection of the most important news of last week from the Maghreb
Energy Newsletter - September 2025
NEWSLETTER. Monthly report on Spain's energy relations with the Maghreb
#7days of Maghreb
NEWSLETTER. A selection of the most important news of last week from the Maghreb
#6months of Tunisia
NEWSLETTER. Imprisonment of opponents, economic unrest, withdrawal from foreign affairs.
Energy
Energy Newsletter - August 2025
NEWSLETTER. Monthly report on Spain's energy relations with the Maghreb
Mauritania
#6months of Mauritania
NEWSLETTER. Strengthening the international profile; cooperation on migration and energy issues.
News
#7days of Maghreb
NEWSLETTER. A selection of the most important news of last week from the Maghreb
Algeria
The Franco-Algerian crisis: Troubled Waters, Windfall for Fishermen?
INSIGHT. The standoff between Paris and Algiers jeopardises economic ties between the two countries, bringing new competitors onto the scene: Italy and... Spain?
Morocco
#6months of Morocco
NEWSLETTER. Strengthening international support; combating terrorism and crime.
Algeria
No Country for Journalists: Maghreb in RSF's World Press Freedom Index 2025
BRIEF. The prestigious journalists' NGO has published its annual report on press freedom with mixed results for the Maghreb countries. With the exception of Mauritania, which remains in the top third, all the other countries score poorly.
Libya
How is the Libyan Conflict Perceived by its Neighbours? Positions and Perspectives from the Maghreb
INSIGHT. Mauritania, Morocco, Algeria and Tunisia have different views on the Libyan conflict, reflecting their different priorities and objectives for the country.
Morocco
Spain Abandons its Neutrality on Western Sahara: Historical Mistake or 'Realpolitik'?
REPORT. Spanish decision to back the Moroccan Autonomy Plan for the Western Sahara has raised some questions about its opportunity and necessity.
Morocco
Guterres' Men in Western Sahara: Can Dialogue Be Resumed?
INSIGHT. The appointment of Staffan de Mistura as António Guterres' Personal Envoy for Western Sahara seeks to put an end to the long-standing conflict.
Morocco
The EU Required to Collect the Consent of the "People of Western Sahara"
INSIGHT. The General Court rules on the validity of the trade treaties with Morocco and reproaches the Commission for not having obtained the necessary consent.
Morocco
What is Happening in Western Sahara?
INSIGHT. Keys to understanding a conflict that seems to be reopening after the latest clashes in the demilitarised zone of El Guerguerat.