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Spain phases out certain €50 banknotes due to counterfeiting concerns

The Bank of Spain has declared that starting in April, specific €50 banknotes will no longer be accepted as legal tender across the nation. While €50 and €20 notes remain widely used in Spain, this decision affects only those €50 banknotes that exhibit visible signs of tampering......

Spain's 14.1 Billion Shield Against Trump's Tariffs

Spain has activated a response plan to counter the tariffs announced by Donald Trump, mobilizing 14.1 billion euros. Of this amount, 7.4 billion comes from new financing, while 6.7 billion uses existing instruments. The aim is to provide a double protection for businesses and employment, relying on both......

Spain's Google tax: Implications of Trump's tariff threats

Spain's controversial 'Google Tax' may soon become a focal point in international trade relations, particularly as U.S. President Donald Trump intensifies his tariff policies. Announced on April 2, Trump's latest measures could escalate tensions with Europe, raising concerns over the......

U.S. Tariff Increase highlights urgent need to boost intra-African trade

African economies find themselves at a critical crossroads, faced with the dual pressures of American protectionism and the pressing need for strategic economic realignment. The recent announcement from the U.S. government regarding tariffs reaching up to 50% on imports from 185 countries—51 of......

Trump tariffs sow fears of trade wars, recession, and a $2,300 iPhone

Global concern mounted after U.S. President Donald Trump unveiled sweeping tariffs, sparking fears of a global recession and sharply higher prices in the American market. Financial markets around the world plunged in response, while leaders from major economies criticized the move as a blow to decades......

IMF warns US tariffs threaten global economic stability

The Managing Director of the International Monetary Fund (IMF), Kristalina Georgieva, issued a stark warning on Thursday regarding the potential consequences of new U.S. tariffs. She emphasized that the recently announced trade measures pose a serious threat to global economic prospects, urging the United......

Strategic Morocco-U.S. partnership amid new tariffs

Government spokesperson Mustapha Baitas reaffirmed the significance of the Morocco-U.S. partnership in response to concerns over the newly imposed 10% tariffs by the U.S. administration. He described the alliance as strategic and multifaceted, emphasizing Morocco’s unique position as the only African......

IMF approves $4.5 billion flexible credit line for Morocco

The Executive Board of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) has granted a new two-year agreement for Morocco under the Flexible Credit Line (FCL), amounting to approximately $4.5 billion, or 386% of the country's quota. According to a statement released on the IMF's official website, this agreement......

The impact of the US-China trade war on the UK-US special relationship

Since Winston Churchill first coined the term “special relationship” in 1946, it has been the cornerstone of the bond between the UK and the US. This relationship, which was initially forged in the face of Soviet opposition, has grown stronger over the decades. However, after nearly 80 years,......

Morocco-France electrical interconnection project makes strides

The Moroccan Minister of Energy Transition and Sustainable Development, Leila Benali, recently led a virtual meeting to discuss the progress of technical and economic studies related to the Morocco-France electrical interconnection project. This initiative is part of a strategic partnership aimed at......

European response anticipated as U.S. announces new tariffs

European leaders are "ready to respond" to the new tariffs announced by U.S. President Donald Trump and are preparing countermeasures, asserted Ursula von der Leyen, President of the European Commission. The European Union is already working on "a new package of countermeasures"......

Rising Cigarette Prices in Morocco: A New Increase

In Morocco, cigarette prices have once again surged as of April 1, 2025. This increase predominantly affects local brands, particularly those produced by the Société marocaine des tabacs (SMT). The price hike ranges from 1 to 3 dirhams, depending on the brand. For instance, the cost of......

Fez invests $14 million in advanced video surveillance for urban security

City officials in Fez have announced an ambitious initiative to enhance the city's video surveillance network as part of a comprehensive urban development strategy. This project, spearheaded by the Local Development Company Fez Region Planning (FRA), will allocate over MAD 140 million (approximately......