AGP Executive Report
Last update: 3 hours agoTourism Push Under Fire: Morocco is stepping up its bid to attract visitors to Western Sahara, with arrivals up more than 50% over seven years—helped by new direct flights to Dakhla and hotel investment—while critics warn the marketing and labelling risk legitimising an occupation. Aviation-to-Desert Branding: Ryanair and other carriers are turning the disputed territory into a “travel destination,” even as the UN still lists Western Sahara as non-self-governing. Diplomatic Backdrop: France and Algeria are trying to rebuild judicial ties after Western Sahara-linked tensions, with French Justice Minister Gérald Darmanin in Algiers to discuss extradition and security cooperation. Regional Shockwaves: In the wider region, a major Europe-bound cocaine case tied to a Comoros-flagged vessel reportedly involved interception off the coast of Western Sahara—raising the stakes for how the area is monitored and controlled. Human Stories: Meanwhile, Sahrawi representation continues abroad, including participation in Algeria’s International Tourism and Travel Fair.
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