by Dispatch Risk Analysis | Feb 6, 2025 | Algeria, Diplomacy, Economic, Political, Social
Algeria: French Firms Exit Algeria Amid Diplomatic Tensions Summary: Early in February 2025, French tire manufacturer, Michelin, announced plans to leave Algeria after more than 60 years operating in the country. The French firm announced that it would close its...
by Dispatch Risk Analysis | Jan 30, 2025 | Diplomacy, Economic, Libya, Political, Security
Libya: Oil Production and Exports Resume After Protests Disrupt Operations Summary: On 28 January 2025, Libya’s National Oil Corporation (NOC) confirmed that production and export operations resumed after discussions were held with protesters who blocked exports in...
by Dispatch Risk Analysis | Jan 23, 2025 | Economic, Political, Social, Tunisia
Tunisia: Domestic Gas Shortages Deepen Socio-Economic Frustrations Summary: On 22 January 2025, the head of the National Chamber of Distributors of Domestic Gas Cylinders, Mohamed Munif, called on citizens “to be more patient until supply resumes normally” as public...
by Dispatch Risk Analysis | Jan 16, 2025 | Algeria, Diplomacy, Legal, Political, Security, Social
Algeria: France Opens Door for Dialogue After Tensions Spike Summary: On 15 January, French Minister of Foreign Affairs (MFA), Jean-Noël Barrot, addressed the recent tensions with Algeria in his speech to the Ministers of Parliament in the National Assembly. The MFA...
by Dispatch Risk Analysis | Jul 25, 2024 | Political, Social, Tunisia
Tunisia: President Saied Makes Re-Election Bid Official Summary: On Friday, 19 July 2024, Tunisian President Kais Saied formally confirmed his intent to seek re-election for a second term in the elections scheduled for 6 October. ...