Algeria’s recent decision to expel French embassy staff has sent shockwaves through diplomatic and business circles, marking the lowest point in bilateral relations since independence. On May 11, 2025, the Algerian Foreign Ministry ordered the expulsion of three French diplomats, citing “repeated protocol breaches” and “unacceptable interference” in internal affairs. The move followed a series … Read more
Political and Security Moves With Regional Implications Domestically, Algeria reported that wildfires across forested and rural zones were fully contained. The government issued directives for the rehabilitation of fire-damaged roads and public infrastructure, signaling a recovery phase. President Tebboune’s instructions to support wildfire victims included direct aid and infrastructure repair, with state media citing progress … Read more
Algeria has begun its national COVID-19 vaccination campaign, the Ministry of Health announced recently. The rollout follows the arrival of an initial batch of doses procured through the COVAX facility, according to France 24. Priority groups, including frontline healthcare workers and the elderly, are expected to receive the first injections, paving the way for broader … Read more
Algeria will soon break ground on three large-scale seawater desalination plants, a move that promises to redraw the country’s water map and unlock new opportunities for entrepreneurs, farmers, and the Algerian diaspora. The plants—planned for Oran, Béjaïa, and Skikda—are part of a wider strategy to double desalinated water production to 3.8 million cubic metres per … Read more
Weekly trends: low turnout, climate action, and energy partnerships Elections and governance: low participation, economic implications Impact on business: – The new parliament will debate the 2025 budget, including tax reforms and subsidies for state-owned enterprises (SOEs). – Independent MPs may push for deregulation in sectors like renewable energy and digital services. – Foreign investors … Read more
Spain is moving to deepen economic ties with Algeria after a two-year diplomatic freeze, presenting fresh opportunities for Algerian entrepreneurs, start-ups, and the diaspora. According to middle-east-online.com, Madrid has formally requested a meeting between Spanish Foreign Minister José Manuel Albares and his Algerian counterpart Ahmed Attaf to discuss energy, trade, and investment. The thaw follows … Read more
The United Nations Security Council recently approved a resolution endorsing Morocco’s autonomy proposal for Western Sahara, a contested territory at the heart of North African geopolitics. The move strengthens Rabat’s diplomatic hand but underscores Algeria’s isolation on the issue, with potential ripple effects for Algerian entrepreneurs, business founders and the country’s diaspora. Since the 1970s, … Read more
Weekly trends: state-led initiatives, energy partnerships, and low election turnout Algeria’s economic activity this week centred on state-driven projects and foreign partnerships. The government launched tenders for 50,000 metric tons of soft milling wheat. Sonatrach and Eni signed agreements to reduce oil and gas emissions. Vietnam and Algeria explored trade and investment cooperation. Meanwhile, legislative … Read more
A panel of independent experts recently called on Algeria to urgently reform its domestic violence legal framework, citing persistent gaps in protection for survivors and rising crackdowns on civic freedoms. According to MENA Rights Group, the experts highlighted that current legislation fails to adequately address domestic violence despite repeated reports of abuse across the country. … Read more
Algeria is positioning itself as a key player in Europe’s energy transition, with green hydrogen at the center of its strategy. Recent agreements with Germany and China signal a shift beyond traditional hydrocarbons, offering new opportunities for local and diaspora entrepreneurs. On 16 July 2026, Algerian President Abdelmadjid Tebboune and German Chancellor Olaf Scholz reaffirmed … Read more