The Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation visited Moscow yesterday in an attemt to revive Moroccan-Russian strategic relations. In addition to the economic benefits of the royal visit in March 2016, welcomed by Nasser Bourita, Morocco and Russia adopt almost the same opinions regarding a number of international issues.
Accused of «advocacy and incitement of terrorism» following the assassination of the Russian ambassador to Ankara last December, the seven young facebook users were sentenced on Thursday to prison ranging from one to two years. A ruling that remains «exaggerated and distressing», according to their lawyer.
The UN is convinced that a terrorist attack targeting members of the MINURSO is being put together. The International organization,as a result, has called soldiers to remain prudent and cautious. On the other hand, Kim Bolduc, head of the UN Mission for the Referendum in Western Sahara, urged the Moroccan authorities and the Polisario to guarantee the security of the Minurso members.
Threatened by terrorism and faced with populist policies, the world is living an era where political risk is reoccurring in emerging economies. The dilemma as reported by the Aon Political risk and Terrorism and political violence map affects investors, corporations and governments on an international level. However, Morocco remains a safe bet for it is ranked as a medium risk country.
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