Such a transformation could offer further opportunities to those North African countries that have well-developed technology, health, and renewable energy sectors. Secondly, an understanding of North African strategies could also lead to a greater awareness of where Europe and North African countries could cooperate in sub-Saharan Africa. Beyond the North African coastal countries, it has only 12 embassies to cover 49 African countries. Like other North African countries, Egypt has also tried to increase its economic ties to sub-Saharan Africa in recent years. There is also scope for Europe to pursue triangular cooperation with North African countries in sub-Saharan Africa, joining together on projects in areas where North Africa has relevant experience to share.

Source: The North Africa Journal July 03, 2020 09:00 UTC