Political Risk

Our core view remains that terrorist activity poses a muted threat to political stability in North Africa as a whole. However, the rising frequency of attacks in Algeria has prompted... 2008-01-08

BMI View: The composition of the new cabinet and governing coalition highlights once more the shortcomings of the Moroccan political system. That said, the changes bode well for continued... 2007-10-30

BMI View: Rising incomes, solid growth and prudent economic policies should underpin domestic political stability going forward, although high unemployment and the country's democratic... 2007-09-25

Despite concerns regarding a growing terrorist threat in Tunisian and the Maghreb generally, we remain sanguine with regards to ongoing political stability in the country. Armed clashes... 2007-05-22

News that the US is to aid Libya in the development of a civilian nuclear programme is illustrative of just how far the North African country's status within the international realm... 2007-05-02

We expect no major shift in power following the May 17 parliamentary election in Algeria, when the largest party within the ruling coalition, the National Liberation Front (FLN) looks... 2007-05-01

A number of arrests and allegations planned suicide operations have followed the explosion in internet café in Casablanca, with the authorities claiming that the suspected terrorists... 2007-04-04

Despite the oil driven boom, Algeria remains a story of high potential and high risk. Indeed, with major reconstruction projects, a US$80bn five year development plan and plentiful... 2007-04-03

Seif al-Islam's increasing prominence in public policy making and the external front is a positive for Libyan reform prospects and development. The son of the leader, Colonel Muammar... 2007-04-03

Morocco's political reform progress, albeit not revolutionary, is certainly more impressive than any other by regional standards. The country has taken a lead on extending women's... 2007-01-29