Morocco will never attack Algerian institutions, nor Algerian statesmen. Hilale deplored the revealing silence of the Algerian ambassador and his inability to respond to the questions he is asked, while he greets and congratulates the 3 criminals. It brings scoundrels, traitors and mercenaries… The Algerian ambassador takes responsibility for his provocative act by greeting them and congratulating them in public. Meanwhile, Algeria which claims in New York that the Tindouf camps are open, should tell this to the High Commissioner for Human Rights in Geneva. “I would like the Algerian ambassador to present to us these invitations to the special procedures of the Human Rights Council.

The Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC), Gabon, and Senegal have reiterated separately their firm recognition of Morocco’s full sovereignty over its entire Sahara territory, commending the realistic autonomy plan offered by the Kingdom for a lasting and peaceful resolution of the regional conflict. For his part, the Delegate of Gabon expressed his country’s support for Morocco’s autonomy initiative offering a realistic solution to the Sahara issue in line with international law, UN Charter, resolutions of the Security Council and the General Assembly. More than 107 UN member states support the autonomy plan proposed by Morocco, he said, noting that thirty countries from the Arab world, Africa, Latin America and Asia have opened consulates in Moroccan Saharan cities of Laayoune and Dakhla. The move confirms their recognition of Morocco’s sovereignty over its southern provinces, becoming a regional hub of development, stability, and shared prosperity. The Gabonese diplomat praised the socio-economic development spurred in the Sahara thanks to the huge investments and inclusive projects carried out in the region.

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“De-risking” has emerged as a guiding principle for European leaders in their interactions with China, particularly when it comes to vital green technologies, where Europe is heavily reliant. Yet, policymakers often grapple with the intricate interplay of economic, security, and climate concerns, and the impact of de-risking policies on third countries. Over coffee and croissants, we’ll explore the nuances of various de-risking approaches, with a special focus on their effects on climate priorities, and their implications for third countries. Our conversation will revolve around a key question: Can we trust Chinese companies to form the backbone of Europe’s green transition? Register here

As part of a multi-billion dollar investment, a Chinese battery manufacturer, with VW as a major shareholder, is to build an electric vehicle (EV) battery gigafactory in Morocco. Slated as the first such facility in the Middle East and North Africa, it will have an initial $1.3 billion investment and a planned battery capacity of 20GWh. In sealing the deal, Volkswagen became the first global automaker to invest directly in a Chinese battery supplier. In sealing the EV battery gigafactory deal, Volkswagen became the first global automaker to invest directly in a Chinese battery supplier. In 2025, Gotion High-Tech’s global production capacity is planned to reach 300GWh, of which overseas (outside of China) production capacity is planned to be 100GWh.

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Team Europe mobilises €472,6 million, including €334,6 million EU grants, to support the Italy-Tunisia electricity interconnection project “ELMED”. Team Europe affirms its dedication to sustainable development in the Mediterranean region by committing a total €472,6 million to the ELMED electricity interconnection project and its ecosystem. In December 2022, the European Union approved a €307.6 million grant from the Connecting Europe Facility (CEF) for the ELMED project. To ensure a smooth implementation of the ELMED project, the EU approved an additional €27 million grant in December 2023 under the Neighbourhood Investment Platform. Co-implemented by Italy’s TERNA and Tunisia’s STEG, and with a total investment of €850 million, ELMED is currently under construction and set to become operational in 2028.

Air Arabia Expands Iraqi Network With New Sharjah-Basra RouteFavoriteReading Time: 2 minutesAir Arabia, the leading low-cost carrier in the Middle East and North Africa, has resumed flights to Basra, Iraq from Sharjah International Airport. This new service operates four times weekly, adding Basra as the fourth direct route from Sharjah, alongside Baghdad, Najaf, and Erbil. The inaugural flight was welcomed at Basra International Airport with a traditional water cannon salute and a ceremonial ribbon cutting, attended by officials from both Air Arabia and the airport. The airline boasts a modern fleet of 72 Airbus A320 and A321 planes, known for their efficiency and comfort. Additionally, Air Arabia offers the ‘Air Rewards’ loyalty program, allowing customers to earn, transfer, and spend points across various services.

Tomorrow, 15 June, is Global Wind Day, as the sector reflects on the gains made so far and the challenges that lie ahead. It included the two nations as part of its “markets to watch.”Lake Turkana wind farm in Kenya. SA: 140MW wind energy project gets PPA and reaches financial closeMarking Global Wind Day in South AfricaAhead of Global Wind Day, ESI Africa visited the Aurora Wind Power’s West Coast One wind farm in Vredenburg, Western Cape. SAWEA currently has 140 members across the wind energy value chain, including IPPs, developers, wind farm companies, consultants, investors, logistics, research and academia. Ahead of Global Wind Day on Saturday 15 June, ESI Africa visited the Aurora Wind Farm in misty Vredenburg in the Western Cape on Wednesday.

Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni, whose Africa development plan has drawn criticism, has elevated the continent as a central theme and top priority at this year’s Group of Seven (G7) leaders’ meeting, positioning Italy as a key energy hub linking Europe with Africa. The project symbolizes her vision to project influence in Africa, transforming Italy into a key bridge for distributing gas from Africa and the Mediterranean to the rest of Europe, while also fostering economic growth to stem mass migration from the African continent. Emboldened by her victory in the recent European Parliament elections, at the G7 summit, Meloni is seeking partnerships, funding, and legitimacy for her vision. “Meloni wants to present Italy as the new European face in Africa,” Maddalena Procopio, a senior policy fellow from European Council on Foreign Relations, says. “Emphasizing the continent at the G7 is a strategic move because of the unprecedented global interest.”

This re-election reflects the high degree of trust enjoyed by the Kingdom for its role in the protection and promotion of human rights in the international community, the press release added. It also comes just a few weeks after the Kingdom’s re-election to a new term on the Human Rights Committee on May 29, 2024, and its re-election to a new term on the Committee on Economic, Social and Cultural Rights on April 6, 2024. Morocco’s re-election to this important body also attests to the credibility of the Kingdom’s action to protect the rights of people with disabilities. Abdelmajid Makni, a committed civil society activist and former member of the National Human Rights Council, has in-depth expertise in promoting the rights of people with disabilities. The Committee on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities is a body of 18 independent experts, recognized for their integrity, competence, and experience.

Egypt-based podcast production company Potcast Productions has secured an undisclosed pre-seed funding round to help enhance its content production capabilities, scale its marketing efforts, and accelerate the development of new series. Its pre-seed funding round comes from Innovative Media Productions (IMP), the media company behind Egypt’s Shart Tank television show, which made its first investment in Potcast Productions back in April. The funds will be used to enhance the startup’s content production capabilities, scale up its marketing efforts, and accelerate the development of new, high-quality podcast series that cater to a diverse and growing audience. This round of investment will also support plans to produce high quality audio experiences both digitally and offline, further solidifying Potcast’s position as a leader in audio-first content production. “Securing this follow-up investment from IMP and Ahmed Tarek Khalil is a testament to the hard work and dedication of our team.

Having sufficient storage space on your smartphone is crucial in today’s world, particularly with photos, videos, apps, and games playing such significant roles in our mobile experience. TECNO is a Chinese smartphone manufacturer with operations in over 70 global markets. “With this in mind, TECNO’s new SPARK 20P smartphone is designed for content creators, selfie fanatics, mobile gaming lovers, and app enthusiasts. With its 256GB storage, there’s more than enough space for everything.” says TECNONow available in South AfricaShowcased alongside the SPARK GO 2024, SPARK 20C, SPARK 20, and SPARK 20 Pro 5G at a recent TECNO event, the new SPARK 20P is now available in South Africa. Alongside the 256GB storage comes a host of other top-tech features and specs, which makes the SPARK 20P a definite consideration as a new device, especially at its price point.