Authorities say the store lacked the right permit but sources say Sweden’s plans to recognise an independent republic in Western Sahara is the real reasonMoroccan authorities enjoy blocked the opening of Ikea’s first store in the North African kingdom planned for Tuesday because it lacked a “conformity permit,” a statement from the Interior Ministry said on Monday. A news website close to the Moroccan palace said earlier on Monday the store was blocked because of Sweden’s plans to recognise a republic sought by the Polisario Front in the Western Sahara. Related: Kerry Kennedy: Morocco has pressured UN to disregard Western Sahara Continue reading...
Source: theguardian.com