Political Risk

Militant attacks intensified in April, in what has been seen as an attempt by rebels to derail President Bouteflika's amnesty plan. While details of the president's plan have not... 2005-05-10

A government commission has concluded that state security agents were responsible for the abduction and deaths of 6,146 civilians. BMI View: The commission's report represents a... 2005-04-06

The diplomatic spat between Riyadh and Tripoli shows no sign of abating.

The head of NATO chose Algiers as his first stop in talks on enhancing ties with the MENA region. BMI View: Algeria and Morocco have been more receptive than Gulf states to NATO's... 2004-12-02

The NGO Human Rights Watch has criticised the Kingdom for backsliding on human rights following the 2003 Casablanca bombings. BMI View: Although King Mohammed has made impressive... 2004-12-01

The country's key militant group has stepped up attacks in the Kabylie region. BMI View: The success of the government's response will depend on its ability to resume dialogue with... 2004-06-10

The US has designated Morocco a major non-NATO ally. BMI View: Given the unpopularity of the US government in Morocco, this could bolster domestic political

The government's new economic programme has gained the backing of the FLN despite its conflict with the president before the elections. BMI View: This signals a desire for reconciliation... 2004-06-10

300 militants have reportedly surrendered, in a positive signal for the peace process. BMI View: However, hardline elements remain a threat, and violent attacks on civilians increased... 2004-05-12

Incumbent president Abdelaziz Bouteflika won the April elections by an 83% margin. BMI View: These elections are not highly credible, particularly as the campaign process was heavily... 2004-04-15