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French Prime Minister to discuss Mediterranean Union in Algeria next week

2008-06-16

The Algerian government will hold detailed talks with French Prime Minister Francois Fillon next week in Algiers about the Mediterranean Union, Inter...
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Tunisian NGOs criticise Sarkozy for avoiding human rights discussion

2008-05-01

The International Freedom of Expression Exchange Clearing House (IFEX) and the Tunisian Association of Democratic Women criticised French President N...
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Sarkozy concludes visit to Tunisia

2008-04-30

French President Nicolas Sarkozy signed new business partnerships and promoted the Mediterranean Union plan during his visit this week to Tunisia, but did not address human rights issues with President Ben Ali's government.
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France, Tunisia sign three accords

2008-04-29

French President Nicolas Sarkozy signed a civilian nuclear deal with his Tunisian counterpart Zine El Abidine Ben Ali on Monday (April 28th) during a...
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Sarkozy begins visit to Tunisia

2008-04-28

French President Nicolas Sarkozy arrives in Tunisia on Monday (April 28th) for a three-day visit to sign agreements on nuclear co-operation and aviat...
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France to fund Moroccan development initiative

2008-04-25

France will grant 2m euros to Morocco's National Human Development Initiative (INDH), MAP reported on Thursday (April 24th). The decision falls under...
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Ben Ali discusses Mediterranean Union with French envoy

2008-04-25

Tunisian President Zine el Abidine Ben Ali discussed French President Nicolas Sarkozy's Mediterranean union proposal with special French envoy Henri...
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Sarkozy due in Tunisia for talks on nuclear co-operation

2008-04-24

French President Nicolas Sarkozy is scheduled to arrive on a three-day visit to Tunisia on Monday (April 28th) to discuss a nuclear co-operation agre...
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Mediterranean businessmen attend MED-ALLIA Forum in Tunis

2008-04-04

More than 500 French and south Mediterranean companies were in Tunis this week for a multi-sector business convention. The extensive participation of Maghreb firms was seen as an indicator of improved economic co-operation.
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Barroso: Need for Mediterranean Union plans "urgent"

2008-03-31

European Commission President José Manuel Barroso has called for the urgent delivery of plans for a Mediterranean Union, international press reports...
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Algerian opposition leader presses for international election observers

2008-03-30

RCD party chief Said Saadi has returned from an international tour to solicit observers for Algeria's presidential elections next spring. Some politicians view Saadi's move as an early indication of his likely candidacy. Others oppose the measure, arguing that foreign observers call Algeria's reputation and sovereignty into question.
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One soldier killed, eight injured in Algeria as al-Qaeda threatens to step up attacks

2007-07-24

A bomb attack on a security forces vehicle in Issers, Boumerdès province killed one soldier and wounded eight on El Watan reported Tuesday (July 24th...
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Moroccan TV viewers hope for improved Ramadan programming

2008-08-28

Throughout the month of Ramadan, Moroccans spend much of their time watching television. Network representatives have promised an improved season of programmes this year, but viewers remain sceptical.

Algerian government calls for national front against terrorism

2008-08-27

The Algerian government has apparently acknowledged links between the GSPC and al-Qaeda and called upon the public to form a national front against terrorism.

Algeria steps up border controls

2008-08-27

The Algerian government adopted a new law to step up border surveillance and improve communications between the customs authority and the gendarmerie.

Morocco abounds with entertaining and creative festivals

2008-08-27

As the number of festivals grows each year in Morocco, the Ministry of Culture is handing the reins of festival organisation and management over to civil society and regional authorities.

Morocco turns back the clock for Ramadan

2008-08-26

Morocco decided to end this summer's experiment with daylight saving time early, in order to accommodate Ramadan schedules for praying and fasting.
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