Week in review: Polity, economy and trade under the microscope Algeria’s political climate tightened this week as authorities increased pressure on dissent, coinciding with broader regional security shifts. On the economic front, vocational training initiatives expanded while agricultural markets remained volatile. Meanwhile, Algeria’s soft power and international positioning saw continuity in Maghreb engagements and renewed … Read more
Week in Review Political Preparations: 2026 Elections and Governance Business implication: Election uncertainty often delays major private sector investments, particularly in infrastructure and services, until policy directions stabilize. Youth and Economic Narratives Business implication: State-funded platforms provide limited but targeted visibility for young creators in media, design, and digital services. Monetization opportunities remain constrained by … Read more
Algeria’s week saw geopolitical moves—airspace closures and Maghreb trade data—coincide with business announcements including a $600 million sugar project and a $455 million farming deal. Diplomatic overtures toward Tunisia and France ran alongside renewed inflation pressure on cereals, while housing policy remained a drag on labor mobility and entrepreneurship. Regional trade and diplomatic friction The … Read more
Algeria’s week saw policy moves shaping its regional role, business climate, and infrastructure priorities. Foreign relations with the Middle East and Europe continued shifting toward energy and security cooperation. Energy policy focused on hydrocarbons—gas and oil—through new bid rounds and export deals. Water scarcity drove fresh cross-border agreements and domestic initiatives. Regulatory changes in the … Read more
Weekly recap Algeria this week saw policy shifts in energy, transport and skills while coping with water scarcity and tourism growth. Long-term gas contracts capped gains from higher prices. Infrastructure projects advanced in transport and housing. Vocational training expanded into digital and AI. Saharan tourism promotion continued. These developments intersect in trade corridors, energy routes … Read more
Defense sector: Fighter jet contracts and modernization Algeria continues military modernization with two parallel supplier moves. The Algerian Air Force received its first batch of Russian Su-34E fighter-bombers in Q2 2024, increasing its strike capability. Simultaneously, Algiers is in advanced talks with China for a reported order of 14 Chengdu FC-1 Xiaolong multirole fighters, per … Read more
Week recap Algeria opened classified archives on French colonial-era chemical warfare 15 years ahead of schedule, part of a bilateral push to mend historical ties. The hydrocarbons sector advanced with a 2026 bid round for 24 Saharan oil and gas blocks and a $1 billion upstream deal. Geopolitically, Algiers closed its airspace to Emirati and … Read more
Arts and culture: festivals keep drawing international attention For event organisers and talent agencies, these festivals generate ticket sales, sponsorships and media coverage. Foreign filmmakers and musicians use Algerian venues to access Maghreb and Sub-Saharan markets, while local crews gain contracts. Cereals: import demand rises as domestic output declines Private grain traders and feed millers … Read more
Renewable energy: Solar targets remain on paper despite policy push Algeria’s solar sector recorded no new large-scale projects this week, despite the government’s stated goal of reaching 15 GW by 2030. The Ministry of Energy and Mines renewed its call for private-sector participation in two solar tenders—600 MW in Ouargla and 500 MW in Adrar—launched … Read more
Policy and governance: New government, persistent constraints The government’s 2024 budget projects $55 billion in spending, with 54% allocated to operating expenses and 29% to infrastructure. Public debt stands at $49.2 billion (34% of GDP). The Bank of Algeria’s 2024 monetary policy maintains a 3.25% benchmark rate to curb inflation, which reached 8.3% in May … Read more