France controls most archives on the Algerian War (1954-1962) through strict secrecy laws inherited from its colonial administration, according to a recent investigation by Sylvie Braibant and Pierre Audin published in Orient XXI on 25 November 2020. These documents—held by the French National Archives, the French Army, and the French Ministry of Foreign Affairs—remain largely … Read more
Algeria is rapidly emerging as a key player in Europe’s energy transition. The European Union’s growing interest in Algerian gas and green hydrogen was underscored this week when EU officials described the country’s potential as a “big opportunity” during energy talks in Algiers. According to Reuters, European Commission representatives highlighted Algeria’s vast renewable resources and … Read more
Government and Policy Frameworks The government also faced renewed calls from ARTICLE 19, the global freedom of expression watchdog, to uphold press freedom during a week when authorities detained three journalists over social media posts critical of state policies. The NGO reported that Algeria’s press freedom ranking has fallen 18 places since 2020, now sitting … Read more
A chaotic confrontation erupted in Times Square, New York, between supporters of Algeria’s national football team and Argentina ahead of their World Cup match, according to nysportsday.com. The altercation involved dozens of fans and required police intervention to restore order. The incident highlights Algeria’s growing global profile and the economic potential tied to its sporting … Read more
Algeria’s micro and small enterprises (MSEs) account for nearly 90 % of all private firms, yet 70 % of their transactions still flow through the informal economy, according to the Centre de Recherche en Économie Appliquée pour le Développement (CREAD). In a recent policy note, CREAD economist Mohamed Saïb Musette warns that this shadow sector—estimated … Read more
Business plans: Industrial consortia emerge, oil licensing cycle opens Egypt’s El-Sewedy family, through its conglomerate Elsewedy Electric, is advancing plans to expand its Cameroonian operations as part of a broader industrial consortium expected to include Algerian partners. The initiative is linked to a new Algeria-Egypt platform targeting sectoral cooperation in energy infrastructure and industrial parks. … Read more
Algeria has appointed its first female parliamentary speaker in a move that reshapes gender representation in the country’s political leadership. Khalida Boufedeche was elected to the position this week, according to AOL.co.uk. The election places Boufedeche at the helm of Algeria’s National People’s Assembly, a role typically seen as a key bridge between the legislature … Read more
Algeria has taken a major step toward shoring up its food security by signing a $3.5 billion agreement with Qatar Investment Authority (QIA) to build the world’s largest dairy farm. The project, valued at 3.5 billion USD, will be located in the southern region of Ouargla and is expected to produce 1.5 million liters of … Read more
Energy: Hydrocarbons take center stage Simultaneously, Algeria is diversifying its energy procurement partners. South Korea signed agreements with Algeria and Libya to secure gas supply amid regional instability. Algeria’s Sonatrach confirmed ongoing talks to supply LNG to Korean firms, with volumes still undisclosed. The agreements signal Algeria’s role in regional energy security but also expose … Read more
Khalida Boufedech has made history by becoming the first woman to assume the leadership of Algeria’s parliament, a landmark appointment reported by Al-Monitor. Boufedech, a prominent member of the National Liberation Front (FLN), was elected speaker of the People’s National Assembly recently, marking a significant moment in Algerian political representation. Her rise follows a period … Read more