Algeria’s trade with China surged to $9 billion in the first half of 2024, marking a 28% jump from the same period last year, according to Chinese Ambassador Li Jian. For Algerian entrepreneurs, this isn’t just another economic milestone—it’s a golden opportunity to tap into China’s vast market while securing investments and partnerships that could … Read more
Algeria’s entrepreneurs face a paradox: economic recovery is flickering, but their ability to seize opportunities hinges on limited resources and persistent risks. Yassine Gouiaa, president of Algeria’s National Entrepreneurs Organization, warned that while recent data shows signs of resilience—such as a 2.3% GDP growth in mid-2026 and a 1.5% rise in industrial output—these gains remain … Read more
The Palestinian political stalemate over legislative elections has escalated into a high-stakes confrontation between Hamas and Fatah. The dispute over whether to postpone the November vote is not just a procedural disagreement—it is a battle over legitimacy, aid funding, and the future of Palestinian governance. For Algerian entrepreneurs watching from the sidelines, the fallout could … Read more
A Red Cross stalemate leaves Algerian entrepreneurs in the dark The International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) has made no progress in securing access to Palestinian detainees held by Israel. Its recent visit to a military detention facility—announced as a “step in the right direction”—ended without direct contact with any prisoners. Since October 2023, … Read more
Algeria’s judicial crackdown on corruption at state-owned ALRIM, a subsidiary of IMETAL, has sent shockwaves through the business community. With the Public Prosecutor demanding 10-year prison terms for executives and private contractors accused of siphoning public funds, the case lays bare the systemic risks entrepreneurs—especially foreign investors and the Algerian diaspora—face when navigating Algeria’s state-dominated … Read more
Entrepreneurs Face Cash Shortages as New Economic Season Begins The ALRIM corruption case—where 10-year prison terms were sought for officials involved in $1.2 billion in misallocated public funds—has further eroded trust in state-backed financing. Entrepreneurs now rely more on informal networks (38% of respondents) or diaspora remittances (22%), which account for $5.8 billion annually but … Read more
Trade Surge and Industrial Push: China’s $9B Boost vs. Local Constraints For entrepreneurs, this means raw material costs remain volatile—Chinese steel imports surged 18% in Q2, squeezing margins for local metalworkers. Meanwhile, President Tebboune’s order to launch a “one-stop shop” for investors by September 30 aims to streamline permits. Current processing times average 45 days—double … Read more
Diaspora Tensions Disrupt Remittances and Trade Impact for entrepreneurs: – Remittances drop. Algeria received $2.3 billion in 2023 from France—12% of total inflows. A 20% decline in migrant transfers would widen Algeria’s $11 billion trade deficit with the EU. – Trade barriers rise. French authorities now scrutinize business visas linked to “economic irregularities.” Algerian exporters … Read more
ALGERIA’S INVESTMENT DRIVE: ANGOLA’S MODEL VS. LOCAL BUREAUCRACY For entrepreneurs: – Oil-linked projects (refining, logistics) get priority under the new system. – IT and consulting firms now face faster licensing—but local partners still control 51% in joint ventures. Red thread: Algeria mimics Angola’s 2010s playbook, but bureaucracy remains the bottleneck. SECURITY SPENDING VS. CIVIL PROTECTION: … Read more
Diaspora Tensions Reshape Business Risks For entrepreneurs, this creates two risks: 1. Remittance flows—Algerians sent $1.2 billion to Algeria in 2023, per World Bank data. Stricter checks may slow transfers. 2. Business travel—French consulates in Algeria now require pre-approved visas for visits, adding delays for investors. The Algerian government has not commented publicly but has … Read more