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Ya Biladi
41 minutes ago
- Politics
- Ya Biladi
Morocco and EU strengthen strategic partnership for Sahel peace and security
On Friday in Rabat, the Minister of Foreign Affairs, African Cooperation, and Moroccans Living Abroad, Nasser Bourita, met with João Cravinho, the European Union (EU) Special Representative for the Sahel region. Following the meeting, Cravinho told the press that the EU enjoys a «fruitful and very strong relationship» with Morocco, describing it as highly versatile and covering multiple areas. He emphasized that cooperation and dialogue with the Kingdom are a «top priority». «The close ties Morocco maintains with the Sahel countries provide us with valuable insights, a deeper understanding, and opportunities to identify joint initiatives that benefit the people of the Sahel», Cravinho said. He highlighted that the Sahel region is «fragile both in terms of security and socio-economic conditions — two closely linked challenges that require urgent attention». He added that both the EU and Morocco have a critical role to play in addressing these issues. Cravinho also explained that his visit aims to explore ways to strengthen the EU-Morocco partnership regarding the Sahel, with the goal of advancing peace and security for the region's populations.
Iraqi News
3 hours ago
- Politics
- Iraqi News
The Secretary of State and the US Senator affirm the importance of continuing bilateral cooperation in the field of counterterrorism
Baghdad - INA Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs Fuad Hussein stressed, on Friday, with US Senator Jacky Rosen, the importance of continuing bilateral cooperation in the field of counterterrorism. A statement by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, received by the Iraqi News Agency (INA), stated that "Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs Fuad Hussein met with Senator Jacky Rosen, in the presence of Consul General Stephen Bittner, Liz Leibowitz, Senior Foreign Policy and National Security Advisor to Senator Rosen, and Robert Wisanen, Senior Defense and National Security Advisor to Senator Rosen." The statement added that "the meeting discussed Iraqi-US relations in various fields, particularly military and security aspects, with emphasis on the importance of continuing bilateral cooperation in the field of counterterrorism, particularly in confronting the remnants of the terrorist organization ISIS." He explained that "the meeting also addressed developments in the electoral process in Iraq, the importance of deepening the democratic experience there, and enhancing interaction between Iraqi democratic values and their counterparts in democratic countries." He continued, "The two sides discussed security challenges in the region and crisis management mechanisms," stressing "the importance of continued US support for Iraq in this context." He noted that "the meeting touched on the course of the ongoing negotiations between Tehran and Washington, with the two sides exchanging views on points of disagreement and agreement, and the importance of reaching understandings that ensure security and stability in the region."
Egypt Today
9 hours ago
- Politics
- Egypt Today
Egypt's FM will meet with UN former chief, Gambian Foreign Minister in Cairo
CAIRO – 30 May 2025: Egyptian Minister of Foreign Affairs, Emigration, and Egyptian Expatriates Affairs Badr Abdelatty will meet with Ban Ki-moon, former Secretary-General of the United Nations, on Saturday in Cairo, according to a statement issued by the Ministry on Friday. Additionally, Abdelatty will attend the Tripartite Meeting on Libya (Egypt, Tunisia, and Algeria). Then, he will with Gambian counterpart Mr. Mamadou Tangara. The meeting will be followed by an expanded discussion session and a joint press conference. Afternoon, Abdelatty will receive Senator Tim Sheehy, Member of the US Senate Armed Services Committee.
Bloomberg
10 hours ago
- Business
- Bloomberg
Malaysia Taps Career Diplomat as New US Ambassador Amid Tariffs
Malaysia has tapped a career diplomat as its new ambassador to the US, according to people familiar with the matter, as the Southeast Asian nation seeks tariff relief from Washington. Shahrul Ikram Yaakob, who retired as secretary-general of Malaysia's Foreign Affairs Ministry in 2022, will be the new envoy, although his appointment has yet to be ratified by Washington, the people said, asking not to be identified because they're not authorized to speak publicly.
Zawya
12 hours ago
- Business
- Zawya
Kuwait, Japan upgrade bilateral relations to comprehensive partnership
KUWAIT -- The State of Kuwait and Japan agreed to upgrade their bilateral relations to a "comprehensive strategic partnership," which reflects the depth of the relationship and opens new horizons for cooperation. The agreement is a fruit of the official visit by His Highness the Crown Prince of Kuwait Sheikh Sabah Khaled Al-Hamad Al-Sabah to Japan on May 28-31, a press release from the Kuwaiti Ministry of Foreign Affairs said on Thursday. His Highness the Crown Prince has held talks with Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba on ways to strengthen the relations in various vital areas and serve the mutual interests of both nations amid regional and international changes. They agreed that upgrading the bilateral relations in the political, economic and humanitarian fields materializes both nations' shared commitment to enhancing security, stability and prosperity on regional and international scales, the statement noted. All KUNA right are reserved © 2022. Provided by SyndiGate Media Inc. (
