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Lebanese president sets new precedence and example to citizens
In a remarkable step and in an introduction to enforcing the "illegal wealth law," Lebanese President Emile Lahoud visited the headquarters of the constitutional council in al-Hadath and presented to the judge a declaration and a statement about his capitals and properties (transferred and non transferred).
Lebanon, Politics, 1/27/2000
New law grants Egyptian women new privileges
The Egyptian People's Assembly (parliament) agreed last night after six heated debates on the new law for the personal status, as the new law granted many privileges to Egyptian women.
Egypt, Politics, 1/27/2000
Lebanon parliamentary prepares for election, public discussion of state budget
Parliament on Tuesday held its last meeting, during which it discussed the draft budget law project which will be discussed by the Parliament at the beginning of February amid indicators that sessions dedicated to discussing the budget will by transmitted live via the mass media. It will be an important occasion for the parliament and the government to debate their views before the public.
Lebanon, Politics, 1/27/2000
National debate on territory development launched
A six-month long national debate on territory planning and development meant to define a new policy in the matter was launched Wednesday. King Mohammed VI urged the participants in the debate to adopt a new approach based "on citizens' participation and shared responsibility" and where the state will continue to play its role in matters of organization, supervision and regulation.
Morocco, Economics, 1/27/2000
Iran, Iraq agree to close prisoners file
It was announced in Baghdad on Wednesday that Iran and Iraq have signed a message of intention to close the file of prisoners of war between the two sides.
Iraq-Iran, Politics, 1/27/2000
Al-Sharaa and al-Hoss discuss peace talks on the Syrian, Lebanese tracks
A telephone call was made on Wednesday between Syrian Foreign Minister Farouk al-Sharaa and Lebanese Premier and Foreign Minister Salim al-Hoss dealing with Middle East peace process developments, especially on the Syrian and Lebanese tracks, and the latest developments in this regard.
Lebanon-Syria-France, Politics, 1/27/2000
Report: US wants a strong Syrian government
The Kuwaiti daily al-Qabas has quoted a European ambassador in Beirut as saying that the US informed its European allies that it is in favor of a strong Syrian government, adding that any state of weakness in this government will bring risks in this region.
Syria, Politics, 1/27/2000
Moussa denies that IGAD opposes Egyptian - Libyan initiative
Egyptian Foreign Minister Amr Moussa asserted yesterday IGAD's concern-- headed by Djibouti-- with achieving the coordination between the Egyptian - Libyan and IGAD initiatives concerning Sudan, which was asserted by the Djiboutian president in the last meeting of IGAD's summit.
Egypt-Regional, Politics, 1/27/2000
Mubarak assures adherence to Sudan's stability
Egyptian President Hosni Mubarak stated that Egypt adheres to achieving stability in Sudan and that it is for legitimacy and does not interfere in Sudan's internal affairs and that dealings with the legal authorities must be based on facts and principles that determine this cooperation.
Egypt-Sudan, Politics, 1/27/2000
Mubarak stresses exigency of resuming talks on Syrian-Israeli track
President Hosni Mubarak and Palestinian Leader Yasser Arafat held a session of talks in Cairo early on Tuesday on the latest Middle East developments especially on the Palestinian-Israeli track.
Egypt-Palestine, Politics, 1/27/2000
Gulf states proceed in developing al-Jazira Shield
In the light of efforts made by the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) member states to form joint defense forces, Kuwait's deputy premier and defense minister, Sheikh Salem al-Sabah, has asserted that the GCC member states are proceeding in developing "al-Jazira Shield" forces to be a strike force in defending any Gulf state against any aggression.
Gulf-Kuwait, Military, 1/27/2000
120 trucks and produce cargo directly shipped to Marseille
The first direct shipment of Moroccan fruit and vegetables towards France was made Wednesday when 120 trucks carrying produce sailed from the port of Casablanca towards Europe via Marseille (French port city).
Morocco-France, Economics, 1/27/2000
Moroccan enterprises call for addressing social and labor problems
The CGEM chairman, Abderrahim Lahjouji, deplored the unprecedented deterioration of social relations that devastates employment and investments and said all social partners (government, employers and trade unions) should be aware of the economic and social stakes and the growing sustainable economic and social development requirements.
Morocco, Economics, 1/27/2000
Spanish official supports compensating Moroccan exporters
Spanish Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries and Alimentation Jesus Posada said Wednesday he was in favor of compensation for acts of vandalism against Moroccan goods in the harbors of Algesiras and Cadiz.
Morocco-Spain, Economics, 1/27/2000
Morocco and Libya sign fishery cooperation accord
Morocco and Libya signed in Syrtis Wednesday a cooperation agreement in the field of maritime resources.
Libya-Morocco, Economics, 1/27/2000
Syria, Bahrain sign an agreement on fighting terrorism
Syrian Minister of the Interior Muhammad Harba and members of his accompanying delegation arrived in Damascus on Wednesday following a several-day visit to Bahrain.
Syria-Bahrain, Politics, 1/27/2000
Moroccan small and medium export business get 200 million French francs
Morocco and France have set up a 200 million FF credit-line to benefit Moroccan small and medium export firms, says a release from the French embassy in Rabat.
Morocco-France, Business, 1/27/2000
Ivorian president gets royal message
Ivorian President Gen. Robert Guei was handed Wednesday a message from King Mohammed VI by a visiting Moroccan ministerial delegation.
Morocco-Cote D'Ivoire, Politics, 1/27/2000
Phone call between Arafat and Albright
Palestinian President Yasser Arafat received a phone call last night from US Secretary of State Madeleine Albright.
Palestine-Israel-USA, Politics, 1/27/2000
Indyk stresses US efforts to resume Syrian- Israeli negotiations
The new US ambassador to Israel, Martin Indyk, has asserted that the US administration continues its efforts with Israel and Syria, and it expects to receive answers to proposals made to bridge the rift between the two sides' stances, adding that the US is in close contact with the Syrians and the Israelis in this respect.
Syria-Israel-USA, Politics, 1/27/2000
Moussa heads Egypt's delegation to Davos world meeting
Egyptian Foreign Minister Amr Moussa is leaving Cairo today for Switzerland heading a large delegation to participate in works of the 30th session of Davos international economic forum which is to begin today and last until February 1.
Egypt-International, Economics, 1/27/2000
British ambassador hails resumption of air trips between Tripoli and London
Richard Dalton, the British ambassador in Tripoli, hailed the resumption of the Libyan Airlines company making organized trips between Tripoli and London, saying that this is considered a good sign for developing the relations between Libya and UK.
Libya-UK, Politics, 1/27/2000
Israel wants Syria to hand over remains of spy Eli Cohen
Israeli Prime Minister Ehud Barak stated on Tuesday that Israel wants the remains of Israeli spy Eli Cohen, who was strangled in 1975 in Syria, to be restored in the framework of a peace agreement.
Syria-Israel, Politics, 1/27/2000
Beilin and peace with Syria
Israeli Minister of Justice Yossi Beilin said the Israeli government is ready and prepared to resume negotiations with Syria and expressed his hope that peace will be attainable.
Syria-Israel, Politics, 1/27/2000
Morocco, Tunisia sign accord on women and family affairs
Morocco and Tunisia signed in Rabat on Wednesday an accord on cooperation in matters of women and family affairs.
Morocco-Tunisia, Politics, 1/27/2000
Jordanian deputy attempts to assault his colleague by 'a shoe'
In the first incident in the parliamentary work in Jordan, deputy Megahed Sakour attempted to assault a colleague with a shoe during a session of the parliament yesterday, but other deputies interfered and stopped the assault.
Jordan, Politics, 1/27/2000
Sanaa: Foreign fronts behind kidnap operations to destabilize Yemen
Yemen said that there are foreign fronts behind the kidnap operations of the foreign citizens and tourists in Yemen, asserting in the official statement which came after the kidnapping of a US citizen that this paid operation aims at harming Yemen's reputation and stability.
Yemen, Politics, 1/27/2000
French delegation visits eastern Morocco
A French delegation is visiting this Thursday and Friday eastern Morocco to probe means of giving a new momentum to the region economic, social and cultural development.
Morocco-France, Economics, 1/27/2000
No privatization of Egyptian media
Minister of Information Safwat el-Sherif said Tuesday that there will be no privatization of Egyptian media.
Egypt, Economics, 1/27/2000
Iran: 1971 agreement fits as a dialogue with UAE
The secretary general of the higher council of the national security in Iran, Hassan Rowhani, said that Israel represents the greatest danger to the region.
Regional-Iran, Politics, 1/27/2000
Southern leader accuses Turabi of removing Christians from ruling party's bodies
Southern Sudanese Lorans Lowal leader accused Hassan Turabi, secretary of the ruling National Congress Party, of making an attempt to remove the Christians from the leadership front and from the other party bodies.
Sudan, Politics, 1/27/2000
Morocco rewards Spanish tour operators
Moroccan tourism minister, Hassan Sebbar, on Wednesday handed to Spanish tour operators featuring trips to Morocco "Morocco trophies."
Morocco, Economics, 1/27/2000
Explosion in Irbil destroys headquarters of an Islamic movement
An explosion took place in Irbil on Tuesday morning at the headquarters of the "Islamic Unity Movement," led by Sheikh Ali Abdul Aziz. The explosion resulted in huge material losses, but no human casualties were reported.
Iraq, Politics, 1/27/2000
Morocco, Burkina Faso discuss economic cooperation
Experts from Morocco and Burkina Faso will hold a meeting in Ouagadougo by the end of February to explore possibilities of giving a new impetus to bilateral economic cooperation.
Morocco-Burkina Faso, Economics, 1/27/2000
Education and schools Iraq under sanctions' effects
Iraq's delegation in the regional Arab conference concerning "Education for everybody" asserted that the sanctions imposed on Iraq and obstruction of contracts under the oil-for-food program have caused severe harm to Iraq's educational corporations.
Iraq-UN, Education, 1/27/2000
Marriages and divorce rates in Syria
Once again Damascus precedes other Syrian provinces in marriage and divorce rates to prove that the Damascenes are the first to fall in love as well as to get bored of marriage ties very soon.
Syria, Culture, 1/27/2000
More than half the Syrian population under 19
The central bureau of statistics has estimated the number of Syria's population, inside Syria in the middle of 1999 at 16.11 million, including 54.4% under the age of 19.
Syria, Culture, 1/27/2000
Istiqlal party leader meets heads of Italian parties
Secretary general of the Istiqlal Party, Abbas El Fassi, held talks in Rome with leaders of two Italian opposition parties, namely president of the Christian democrat center, Pierre Fernando Casini, and vice-president of Forza Italia, Antonio Martino.
Morocco-Italy, Politics, 1/27/2000
Regional draft treaty a Middle East free of weapons of mass destruction
The meetings of the technical committee assigned by the Arab League's council to draw up a regional draft treaty for making the Middle East a zone free of weapons of mass destruction started yesterday in the general trusteeship of the Arab League.
Regional, Politics, 1/27/2000
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United Arab Emirates President Sheikh Zayed Bin Sultan al-Nahyan on Tuesday evening received a telephone call from Lebanese President Emile Lahoud to review bilateral relations and issues,the Gulf News Agency said. In Beirut, Lebanese Prime Minister Salim al-Hoss on Wednesday discussed with UAE Minister of Information Sheikh Abdullah Bin Zayed al-Nahyan bilateral relations where the UAE minister stressed his country's backing for Lebanon in all areas.
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Sudanese Minister of Culture Ghazi Salah El-Din emphasized the depth of Sudanese - Egyptian relations, saying that boosting these ties and steps to developing them to their highest level needs a strong political will which already exists.
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Algerian President Abdelaziz Bouteflika, the current chairman of the Organization of African Unity, received a message from Cuban President Fidel Castro that included inviting him to attend summit of the G-77 and China that will be held in the Cuban capital, Havana, during April.
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King Mohammed VI sent President Kocheril Raman Narayanan a message of congratulations and best wishes on the occasion of India's National Day.
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Over fifty entrepreneurs from Canada and Quebec met in Montreal Tuesday with a Moroccan delegation to consider investment opportunities in the kingdom, mainly in northern provinces. The meeting was meant to pave the way for the "Morocco-Canada Partnership Forum" slated for April 16-20 in Tangier.
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Ambassador Mohammed Zakarya Ismailia, the assistant secretary general of the Arab League, warned of the seriousness of continuing the Israeli nuclear program outside the umbrella of the International Atomic Energy Agency, which does not help on create stability, asking Israel to respond in the near future to international pressure and requests, especially in the UN, to have Israel join the non-proliferation treaty and accept the comprehensive guarantees of the IAEA.
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The "USDA Africa Trade Team" of the US Department of Agriculture arrived in Rabat Thursday on a three day working visit to Morocco. The fifty-member delegation will meet with economic operators and government officials to explore partnership opportunities, mainly in the area of produce exports.
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A group of European journalists are visiting Morocco Jan. 27-30 to meet Cabinet members and representatives of southern provinces, civil society and media.
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Israel on Tuesday appointed Alan Baker, who is the legal advisor at the Foreign Ministry, as a legal advisor for the Israeli delegation to the negotiations with Lebanon. In an interview with Israeli Radio Baker said the Israeli delegation is ready to start negotiations with Lebanon.
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A Yemeni oil source reported on Wednesday that one American working for the Hunt Oil company in Yemen was kidnapped by unidentified persons in Maareb district, 180 km east of Sanaa.
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The national union of senior staff of the port authority "ODEP" has called for a 96 hour strike as of Friday, Jan. 28. The union called all staff to a stoppage as of Friday to protest management's refusal to deal with their claims.
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The Turkish authorities imposed yesterday strict security procedures around Israel's embassy in Ankara and the Israeli consulate in Istanbul. Turkish official sources assured that Turkish organization Hizbullah of launching attacks on the Israeli diplomatic missions.
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