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King Mohammed VI voices commitment to carry on work of late king Hassan
King Mohammed VI voiced attachment to constitutional monarchy, multiparty system, economic and political liberalization, regionalization, decentralization, the consolidation of the rule of the law, the protection of human rights, individual and collective freedoms and ensuring security and stability.
Morocco, Politics, 7/31/1999
Syrian defense minister stress importance of peace
A Syrian source said Syrian Minister of Defense Mostafa Tlass confirmed his country's desire to achieve a just and comprehensive peace according to international legitimacy decisions and the Madrid terms of reference.
Syria-Israel, Politics, 7/31/1999
Tunisian Parliament ratifies economic accord with Egypt
At the conclusion of its parliamentary session yesterday evening, the Tunisian council of deputies ratified two endorsed agreements between Egypt and Tunisia.
Tunisia-Egypt, Politics, 7/31/1999
Bouteflika: Reconciliation, Justice and the econmy as foundation for new Algeria
In a private statement to the Egyptian newspaper Al-Ahram published today, Algerian President Abdelaziz Bouteflika stated that his country has been able to overcome its security crisis, which threatened the pillars of the country with destruction, and threatened to ruin the national unity of the county, but the security situation is obviously improving.
Algeria, Politics, 7/31/1999
New Iraqi deputy prime minister to focus on the economy
Iraqi President Saddam Hussein decided to appoint Hikmat Mizban Ibrahim al-Azzawi as a deputy prime minister, joining Tareq Aziz, the official for political affairs, and Mohammed Zubaydi, a member of the revolution leadership council.
Iraq, Politics, 7/31/1999
Shaath: Barak's actions don't give confidence
The Palestinian Authority stated that the actions of Israeli Prime Minister Ehud Barak don't inspire confidence among Palestinians, despite his words concerning the Mideast peace process.
Palestine-Israel, Politics, 7/31/1999
Saudi Arabia hosts Arab anti-terrorism conference
Saudi official sources confirmed that Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Nayef Bin Abdul Aziz is to chair tomorrow an Arab conference to combat terrorism in the attendance of Arab foreign and justice ministers.
Regional-Saudi Arabia, Politics, 7/31/1999
Algeria, France to reopen two consulates in Algeria
France announced today that in light of improving French - Algerian relations it will reopen two consulates in Algeria that were closed five years ago.
Algeria-France, Politics, 7/31/1999
Moussa confirms European peace role
Egyptian Foreign Minister Amr Moussa emphasized the importance of the European role in fulfilling the Middle East peace process, adding that this topic will be tackled during discussions President Mubarak is to hold with Finnish Foreign Minister Tarja Halonen, who is to arrive in Alexandria tomorrow in the company of the European Union's envoy for the Middle East peace process, Miguel Moratinos.
Egypt-European Union, Politics, 7/31/1999
Mubarak meets with Arafat today
Within the framework of continued consultation and coordination between Palestinian President Yasser Arafat and Egyptian President Hosni Mubarak, Mubarak received Arafat today in the coastal city of Alexandria to relaunch the Mideast peace process.
Egypt-Palestine, Politics, 7/31/1999
Bouteflika says understanding is reached on all ambiguities with France
Algerian President Abdelaziz Bouteflika said yesterday that a visit by French President Jacques Chirac to Algeria was scheduled, but he did not specify its date.
Algeria-France, Politics, 7/31/1999
Lahoud: Israeli withdrawal must be complete, unconditional
Lebanese President Emile Lahoud said yesterday in a letter to the Lebanese army on the occasion of Army Day that Lebanese soldiers should be in a state of exceptional alert to be ready for coming regional developments, the Lebanon National News Agency said.
Lebanon-Israel, Politics, 7/31/1999
Egypt: Declaring new regions available for drilling petroleum
The Egyptian Ministry of Petroleum announced the existence of new regions for drilling petroleum in offshore water
Egypt, Economics, 7/31/1999
Investigating the Sudanese government for using chemical weapons
In a statement released from Kenya yesterday, the Sudanese People's Liberation Army (SPLA) said that on July 23, an aircraft flying at high altitude dropped 22 bombs on two towns in Western Equatoria province, Kimba and Kaia, which serve as relief centers.
Sudan, Politics, 7/31/1999
King Mohammed VI makes of education top concern
"The education issue is on top of our present and future concerns, due to its paramount importance and its impact on the training of generations and their preparation for active life," King Mohammed VI said in his first televised Throne Speech.
Morocco, Education, 7/31/1999
German business delegation visit Cairo
A German business delegation is due to visit Cairo between October 15 and 18, under the chairmanship of Hans Shebisner, the undersecretary of the Economic, Communications and Technology Ministry in the German province of Bavaria.
Egypt-Germany, Economics, 7/31/1999
Bouteflika will honor the understanding with King Hassan on Sahara
Algerian President Abdelaziz Bouteflika underlined Friday that his "moral duty is to remain faithful" to what he and the late King Hassan II convened about the Sahara, namely that this issue is part of the prerogatives of the United Nations and of the Houston accords, while bilateral issues must be handled in the frame of Moroccan-Algerian relations.
Algeria-Morocco, Politics, 7/31/1999
French, Czech companies compete to win Alexandria metro
Egypt-International, Business, 7/31/1999
After a denial, government announces death of Moulay Ouazzani, husband of Princess Amina
Moulay Driss Ouazzani, husband of Princess Lalla Amina, aunt of King Mohammed VI, died in hospital in France at the age of 57, the Ministry of the Royal Household, Protocol and Chancellery announced on Friday.
Morocco, People, 7/31/1999
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King Mohammed VI has pardoned 46,212 prisoners on the occasion of his accession to the Alaouite throne. Moroccan Justice Minister Omar Azziman, who announced Friday (July 30, which is the new Throne Day) the news on TV immediately after the king's throne speech, said 7,988 inmates (ill, aged, young, disabled and pregnant women) were granted free pardon while the others had their prison terms reduced.
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Former Jordanian Prime Minister Abdul Salam Majali met yesterday in Tehran with Iranian President Mohammed Khatami, the Jordanian news agency, Petra, reported, adding that Majali conveyed greetings from King Abdullah and expressed Jordan's desire to improve bilateral relations.
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King Mohammed VI phoned Libyan leader Moammar Gaddafi to thank him for the sympathy he shared with Moroccan people following the demise of King Hassan II, the father of the nation.
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Syria yesterday paid its 1999 dues to the United Nations in full, the deputy spokesman for the United Nations secretary general, Manoel de Almeida e Silva, said, adding that the payment was more than $600,000.
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Credit Commercial de France (CCF) bought all shares held by the Egyptian Ahli Bank, valued by 24.32%, in Credit International Egypt bank.
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Egypt and Bosnia have started the executive procedures to establish a direct navigational line between the two countries. Usama Khair El-Deen, head of public department for exporters, told ArabicNews.com today that an Egyptian trade delegation would visit Croatia and Bosnia during the current week to discuss the implementation of several mutual deals between the two countries' businessmen, adding that this delegation is to complete talks held in Bosnia and Croatia within the framework of visits exchanged at the beginning of this year.
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One million persons in Somalia are at risk due to internal fighting, disease, and the prospect of a poor harvest, Manoel de Almeida e Silva, deputy spokesman for the United Nations secretary general said yesterday. He added that Somalia's security situation hinders the delivery of humanitarian assistance, especially in Kismayo and Mogadishu.
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