Visa policies tighten for Algerians seeking EU freelance work
Solar and wind sectors expand but face financing and regulatory gaps
Wind power development also advanced, with the government targeting 5 GW by 2030. The National Agency for the Promotion and Rationalization of Energy Use (APRUE) announced a 300 MW wind farm in Adrar Province, with construction slated to begin in Q4 2026. Financing remains a bottleneck: local banks require 30-40% equity upfront, while international lenders demand sovereign guarantees.
SME financing remains constrained as banking sector reforms stall
Diplomacy pivots toward energy corridors and hydrogen exports
Spain, meanwhile, sought to deepen trade ties after resolving a six-month dispute over gas supply cuts. A joint committee agreed to increase Algerian gas exports to Spain by 15% in 2026, with volumes capped at 10 billion cubic meters. No new trade agreements were signed during the June 2026 visit of Spanish Foreign Minister José Manuel Albares.
Transport safety measures introduced ahead of peak summer travel
Political transition continues amid protests
Education reforms fail to translate into private sector gains for women
Trade tensions persist with Tunisia despite African trade push
Sports integrity initiatives gain traction ahead of 2027 African Cup
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