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Zaid M. Belbagi

Zaid M. Belbagi is a political commentator, and an adviser to private clients between London and the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC).

Twitter: @Moulay_Zaid

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The president, the sultan and a global trade war: What now for Morocco and the US?

Amid the global uncertainty of tariffs, trade wars and shifting geopolitical alliances, one thing is for certain: Morocco remains a key strategic partner for the US in Africa.

April 16, 2025

UK’s strategic balancing act as it seeks new partners

In response to the Arab reconstruction plan for Gaza that was agreed at the extraordinary summit in Cairo this month, the UK joined its European allies in backing the initiative, which aims to rebuild the Strip in phases without displacing its Palestinian population.

March 18, 2025