New laws threaten Algerian-EU trade links worth billions Algerian businesses with ties to European markets are facing a sharp legal shift that could disrupt trade worth hundreds of millions of euros annually. Norway, the Netherlands, and the UK are rolling out prison sentences—up to 10 years in some cases—for companies caught trading with Israeli settlements … Read more
Weekly trends Infrastructure and transport: state-led expansion President Abdelmadjid Tebboune inaugurated the Western Mining Railway, a heavy-haul line designed to transport iron ore from Gara Djebilet to Béchar. The project, part of the government’s 2020-2024 public investment plan, aims to reduce road congestion and lower transport costs for mining companies. No private sector participation was … Read more
Algeria’s economic and social agenda this week was defined by regulatory adjustments, infrastructure investments and geopolitical positioning. The government finalized railway funding, advanced port projects and reviewed media law constraints. Football results highlighted national priorities, while diaspora initiatives strengthened ties with France and Asia. Counterterrorism reports underscored regional security risks. Real estate and hospitality sectors … Read more
ARTICLE 19, the London-based non-profit defending freedom of expression, has sharply criticised the Algerian authorities over what it calls growing restrictions on press freedom linked to Algeria’s Company Law and broader regulatory environment. In a statement issued this week, the organisation urged President Abdelmadjid Tebboune’s government to safeguard independent journalism, warning that recent legal changes … Read more
Algeria introduced new incentives for startups, launched energy tenders, expanded infrastructure projects, and deepened ties with Europe and Africa. State measures focused on reducing bureaucracy, increasing foreign direct investment (FDI), and diversifying exports beyond hydrocarbons. Private-sector actors, including local conglomerates and international firms, announced new production facilities and partnerships. Startup and investment incentives Flat6Labs, in … Read more
Algeria has eliminated initial public offering (IPO) fees for startups until 2028, a move aimed at boosting capital access for early-stage companies. The decision, announced by the Ministry of Finance in early February 2026, removes a financial barrier that has long discouraged small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) from listing on the Algiers Stock Exchange (SGBV). … Read more
The 49/51 Rule: Algeria’s Unyielding Barrier to Foreign Investment Algeria’s digital economy and renewable energy sectors hold promise for foreign investors. Yet a single legal provision—the 49/51 rule—stands as an insurmountable obstacle for early-stage ventures. This rule mandates that foreign investors can hold no more than 49% equity in most businesses, leaving the remaining 51% … Read more