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The United Kingdom and Morocco are setting ambitious goals to double bilateral trade volumes while deepening investment ties, leveraging upcoming major construction projects and the preparations for the 2030 FIFA World Cup, officials announced in Rabat. strategic partnerships and economic growth At the opening of the Morocco-UK Business Forum in Rabat, British Minister of State for International Trade Chris Bryant, leading a high-level delegation of government and private sector representatives, emphasized the need to strengthen trade relations and forge stronger economic alliances between the two nations. He highlighted the 2030…

Former Senegalese Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko Shares Insights into Fallout with President Bassirou Diomaye Faye Moments after his dismissal, former Senegalese Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko provided a detailed account of the exchanges that led to his removal from office. Speaking publicly for the first time since the announcement, Sonko addressed the growing tensions between himself and President Bassirou Diomaye Faye-Diakhar, outlining the events that unfolded in the days and hours leading up to his departure. In a candid statement, Sonko revealed that the differences between him and the president were…

Bilateral relations between Bénin and Niger have reached a pivotal moment with the establishment of a joint expert committee tasked with evaluating and addressing the conditions for reopening their shared border. This initiative follows a high-level working visit by Bénin’s President Romuald Wadagni to Niamey, where he met with his Nigerien counterpart, Abdourahamane Tiani. The decision, formalized in a joint communiqué, underscores the two nations’ commitment to restoring cross-border connectivity and fostering regional stability. The committee has been granted a two-week window to assess existing challenges and propose actionable solutions…

Bénin and Niger unite to reopen border with expert committee In a significant move to strengthen ties, the Bénin and Niger governments have established a joint expert committee following high-level discussions in Niamey. The announcement came after President Romuald Wadagni of Bénin concluded a working visit to Niger on June 2, 2026, where he met with his counterpart, President Abdourahamane Tiani. This initiative underscores a shared commitment to restoring cross-border relations and fostering regional stability. Expert panel tasked with addressing border challenges The newly formed committee has been given a…

Bénin’s newly elected President Romuald Wadagni embarked on a brief but significant visit to Niger this Tuesday, June 2. This marks the first such high-level engagement since the military’s ascent to power in Niamey in July 2023, signaling a potential easing of the highly strained relations between the two neighboring West African nations. The military administration in Niamey has persistently kept its border with Bénin closed, alleging that its southern neighbor maintains excessive proximity to Paris and actively seeks to destabilize the region. Upon his arrival, President Wadagni received a…

In a significant diplomatic gesture, Bénin’s President Romuald Wadagni concluded a brief yet pivotal working visit to Niger before proceeding to Burkina Faso. The trip, framed as both a friendship and working mission, signals a cautious but deliberate effort to mend strained bilateral ties amid escalating regional tensions. Upon arrival in Niamey, President Wadagni was received at the airport by General Abdourahamane Tiani, leader of Niger’s military transition government. While the specifics of their discussions remain undisclosed, both leaders emphasized the importance of security cooperation and economic collaboration in their…

Economy Morocco-EU water partnership secures 3.7 billion dirhams to combat climate change A landmark collaboration between Morocco and the European Union is set to transform the Kingdom’s approach to water resource management amid intensifying climate pressures. By Morocco WeeklyPublished June 2, 2026 at 19:27. | 3 min read Add to selections

Following the July 2023 coup in Niger and the subsequent imposition of stringent regional sanctions, the relationship between Cotonou and Niamey plunged into a profound crisis. This period was marked by hermetically sealed borders and a barrage of accusations from Niger. However, a closer examination reveals a more nuanced reality: despite the firm stance adopted by the Alliance of Sahel States (AES), Benin consistently sought avenues for reconciliation. The recent official visit by Benin’s new president, Romuald Wadagni, to Niamey stands as the crowning achievement of this outstretched hand diplomacy,…

Just a week after taking office, Beninese President Romuald Wadagni embarked on his maiden official foreign trip, choosing Nigeria—Benin’s largest trading partner and a key regional ally—as his destination. On June 1, 2026, he arrived in Lagos, where he held a private meeting with Nigerian President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to discuss pressing bilateral and regional matters. Strategic discussions on economic integration and regional security The haut niveau talks between Wadagni and Tinubu centered on deepening economic and industrial integration, enhancing energy cooperation, and addressing maritime security challenges in the Gulf…

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On Tuesday, Gabonese Head of State Brice Clotaire Oligui Nguema confirmed during an interview that he will undertake an official visit to France on July 20, 2026. While details remain sparse, this trip is expected to deepen the ongoing dialogue between Libreville and Paris, particularly on pressing bilateral issues. The agenda will likely cover economic cooperation, environmental protection, Congo Basin forest management, vocational training, and regional security challenges. Since assuming office in August 2023, President Oligui Nguema has visited France once—from May 27 to May 31, 2024—where he held discussions…