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A new decline in fuel prices in Morocco

by Alexandra Hartman Editor-in-Chief
written by Alexandra Hartman Editor-in-Chief

Agadir 24 | Agadir24

Fuel prices witnessed a new decline at fuel distribution stations in Morocco, on Thursday morning, September 26, 2024.
This decline is due to both gasoline and gasoline.

In this context, one liter of gasoline decreased by an approximate average price of 30 cents, while the average price of gasoline decreased slightly, estimated at 0.20 cents per liter.

These new reduced prices have been implemented at gas stations in various regions of the Kingdom, starting today, Thursday.

Based on these new data, the price of one liter of gasoline has become approximately 11 dirhams and 80 centimes, while one liter of gasoline is sold at a price of approximately 13 dirhams and 70 centimes.

For reference, fuel prices vary relatively from one distributor to another, according to the pricing policy followed by each company. Prices also differ from one city to another, due to the high transportation costs depending on the distance each region is from the city of Mohammedia.

The Competition Council had reached agreements with 9 companies active in the fuel markets in Morocco to perform a reconciliatory settlement amounting to one billion and 840 million and 410 thousand dirhams, due to their violation of competition rules and laws. This decision comes in accordance with the investigation procedure initiated by the competent departments of the Council, where complaints were reported to nine (9) companies active in the markets of supply, storage and distribution of gasoline and gasoline, and to the professional organization of these companies, due to possible practices that are contrary to the rules of competition in the fuel market.

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2024-09-28 23:55:30

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Eide in the UN: – We are on the brink of a major regional war

by Alexandra Hartman Editor-in-Chief
written by Alexandra Hartman Editor-in-Chief

The Minister for Foreign Affairs devoted large parts of Norway’s submission to the UN General Assembly in New York to the Middle East.

– Almost a year has passed since Hamas’s heinous terrorist attack against Israel on 7 October, said Eide (Ap) in the main debate at the UN on Saturday.

He repeated Norway’s strong condemnation of the attack and the demand that the hostages in Gaza must be released immediately, without conditions. At the same time, he emphasized that Israel, like all other states, both has the right to defend itself against terrorism – and is bound by international law.

– The enormous suffering inflicted on the Palestinian population in Gaza is unparalleled. Much of Gaza has been left in ruins. At least 41,000 people have been killed, and many more have been injured and maimed for life, said Eide.

– Getting worse every hour

He agrees with the UN Secretary-General that “nothing can justify such collective punishment”.

Eide then pointed out that the illegal Israeli settlements in the occupied West Bank are expanding at an “alarming rate”.

– The Middle East is experiencing one of its darkest hours, said Eide and painted a dark picture of the rest of the situation in the region.

– While we are gathered at the UN this week, Lebanon has experienced its deadliest days in many decades. We are on the brink of a major regional war.

– Even the neighboring countries that long ago entered into peace agreements with Israel are under enormous pressure. The situation is getting worse with each passing hour, said Eide, stressing that the region’s conflicts are deeply intertwined.

– Have seen this film before

On Friday, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu addressed the same gathering.

– His main message was that we all have to choose – either we stand with Israel, or we stand with Iran and its proxies. He also stated that there can only be peace if Hezbollah and Hamas are completely defeated, Eide said and continued:

– We have seen this film before. I didn’t like the ending.

Shown until September 11, 2001

Without mentioning George W. Bush by name, Eide pointed out that the US president had a similar message after the terrorist attacks on New York 22 years ago.

– This division into a simplified black-and-white picture where there is no room for nuance and complexity, nor impartiality, and with an excessive reliance on military power alone, is extremely dangerous, said Eide.

– And it didn’t end well. We have to learn from past mistakes, continued the Norwegian foreign minister.

Opportunity in times of crisis

Eide maintained that all crises bring with them an opportunity. He repeated Norway’s position that a two-state solution is the only credible path to lasting peace.

Although there is an urgent need for ceasefires in both Gaza and Lebanon, it is not an alternative to lasting solutions, he pointed out.

On Thursday, almost 100 of the UN’s member states participated in a meeting under the auspices of Norway, the EU and Saudi Arabia, where they launched a global alliance to implement precisely the two-state solution.

– Three decades after the Oslo agreements, more and more states are realizing that waiting forever for the right moment to negotiate is no use, said Eide.

Asked for Palestine support

Norway recognized Palestine as an independent state in May, and is among 146 of the UN’s 193 member states that have so far done the same.

Eide received applause from the audience when he urged the rest of the countries to follow suit – so that the State of Palestine can become a full member of the UN.

– We ask everyone who can, to help build Palestine’s institutions, and regional actors to help incorporate a political solution into a wider regional framework, said Eide.

Criticized Russia

The Minister for Foreign Affairs began his speech at the UN’s 79th General Assembly by pointing out that the fundamental pillars of the UN Charter are under threat.

– For the first time in 79 years, we have a major interstate war in Europe, said Eide and pointed out that Russia is breaking the very foundations of the UN charter with its war of aggression against Ukraine.

– These principles ensure the equality of all states, large and small, always and everywhere and are fundamental to the member states’ security, said Eide.

Warning from Lavrov

Just minutes earlier, Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov had stood on the same podium. According to Reuters, he warned other countries against getting involved in the Ukraine war.

– I am not going to talk here about the unreasonableness and danger of the very idea of ​​trying to fight for victory over a nuclear power – which is what Russia is, Lavrov said.

Eide, for his part, stressed that Norway supports and will continue to support Ukraine both militarily and civilly as long as it is needed.

– We want Ukraine to win. We want peace in Ukraine. But it must be a just peace, in line with the key principles of the UN Charter, emphasized Eide.

He strongly warned against a peace solution for Ukraine that involves changing borders by force.

– We must all reject such an outcome. It will set a terrible precedent, said the Norwegian foreign minister.

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2024-09-28 23:53:30

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Bailout package: IMF releases $1 billion tranche to Pakistan – Pakistan

by Alexandra Hartman Editor-in-Chief
written by Alexandra Hartman Editor-in-Chief

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has issued a statement regarding Pakistan’s bailout package. The announcement said that the first installment of one billion dollars has been released to Pakistan.

The announcement of the meeting of the Executive Board of the IMF was issued, the Executive Board approved 7 billion dollars under the Extended Fund Facility for Pakistan.

According to the announcement, the Executive Board has released an immediate installment of nearly $1 billion for Pakistan and the new loan program is for 37 months.

The IMF said that Pakistan’s economic growth rate has reached 2.4 percent while inflation has declined, but Pakistan still faces a number of major challenges, including a difficult business environment, weak governance, and limited investment. Tax base included.

IMF approves $7 billion bailout package for Pakistan

According to the announcement, the new loan program aims to restore macroeconomic stability and improve public service delivery through public sector reforms, while also focusing on infrastructure development and combating the effects of climate change. is

Continued financial support from development partners will be critical to the success of the program, the IMF added. Important steps have been taken.