Spending a night or two in a Sahara Desert shelter under the stars or around a campfire has become a popular trend for Moroccans and tourists looking to celebrate New Year’s Eve. Merzouga and the dunes of Erg Chebbi offer guests an exciting program to kick off the year in the heart of nature.
Following the integration of Saharan representatives in negotiations with the United Nations and the European Union, Morocco is strategically positioning this region as a vital crossroads in its African diplomatic policy.
The International Crisis Group highlights the fragile status quo between Morocco and Algeria, where issues like arms races, online disinformation, and Polisario militancy risk conflict escalation. The report emphasizes the role of the U.S. and European actors in preventing military confrontation and fostering dialogue for peace.