Sonatrach vient de rendre public le bilan de son activité et de ses réalisations en 2025
First published Mon, Nov 2 · Updated Tue, Nov 3
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Sonatrach vient de rendre public le bilan de son activité et de ses réalisations en 2025.1
Attributed claim: Algerie Eco: Le groupe Sonatrach a consacré 1 078 milliards de dinars, soit environ 7,9 milliards de dollars, à ses investissements en Algérie durant l’année 2025.2
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Sonatrach's annual report shows revenue at its Italian subsidiary Sonatrach Raffineria Italiana, the Augusta refinery in Sicily, fell 29 percent in 2025.3
Algerian natural gas production reached a level never previously attained in 2025, putting President Abdelmadjid Tebboune's 2022 goal of doubling gas output on the path to being met.4
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Algeria's finance minister presents 2027 budget bill to parliament with 4.2 percent growth forecast
First published Mon, Nov 2
Finance Minister Mohamed Lamine Lebbou presented the draft 2027 finance law to the People's National Assembly in a public session on Monday. He said the text contains a set of legislative measures aimed at supporting the national economy and encouraging its diversification, while preserving citizens' purchasing power and living conditions.12
A document prepared by the National Assembly's general directorate for legislation, titled "A brief reading of the draft 2027 finance law," projects economic growth of 4.2 percent in 2027, 4.1 percent in 2028 and 4.7 percent in 2029. The bill reaches parliament with a package of measures to support investment and protect purchasing power, with the 4.2 percent growth target as its central bet.34
The draft tests whether the economy can loosen its dependence on hydrocarbons, according to one Algerian daily. The finance minister framed the measures as support for diversification of the national economy rather than reliance on a single sector.52
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Polisario foreign minister says front ready to negotiate with Morocco on a serious political track
First published Thu, Nov 5
Mohamed Yeslem Beissat, foreign and African affairs minister of the Sahrawi Arab Democratic Republic, said Wednesday that the Polisario Front does not reject negotiations with Morocco and remains ready to enter a serious political process leading to a just and lasting settlement of the Sahrawi question. Such a settlement, he said, must guarantee the Sahrawi people the exercise of their inalienable right to self-determination and independence.12
In a separate interview with Ennahar TV, Beissat said a double veto was used on the Sahrawi question for the first time since 1975, and that all states pressed the case for self-determination, including those that voted for the American draft resolution. He also praised the UN speech of Algeria's ambassador, Ammar Benjamea, calling it great in form and content and saying it embodied a proud Algeria.34
El Khabar reported the same Beissat statement under a headline saying the Security Council had buried the autonomy proposal. The cited lede identifies only the speaker and does not set out the reasoning behind that characterization.5
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IMF credits Algeria's non-hydrocarbon progress and urges a more competitive private sector
First published Wed, Nov 4
The International Monetary Fund published an analysis on Tuesday 3 November titled "creating the conditions for a sustainable diversification in Algeria," in which it credits progress the country has made in developing activities outside hydrocarbons. The fund says sustaining that momentum requires a more competitive private sector, better selection of investment projects and stronger public finances.12
The analysis follows a broad programme of reforms and improvements to Algeria's business climate, which the IMF assessment treats as the base for the diversification it describes as a reality. Its recommendations target three areas: major projects, the private sector and public finances.21
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Algeria's election authority reminds candidates of campaign rules ahead of 28 November municipal vote
First published Mon, Nov 2
Algeria's National Independent Election Authority on Monday reminded all candidates from political parties and free lists, along with other actors and participants in the electoral process, of the rules and provisions governing the election campaign. The reminder was issued ahead of the campaign for the election of members of the communal and wilaya people's assemblies on 28 November.12
The authority set out the legal and regulatory framework governing the conduct of the campaign and stressed the need for strict compliance with the provisions and controls established by law.2
The election authority's reminder to candidates covered the campaign controls for the 28 November municipal elections, and the notice was carried in the state news agency's coverage of the announcement.34567
The state news agency also reported that 17 September is the final deadline for submitting campaign accounts.8
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Algeria plans national export drive to 57 countries as non-hydrocarbon sales reach $5.16 billionAlgeria's Ministry of Foreign Trade and Export Promotion said on Wednesday that the country will launch an operation to export national products to 57 countries, with 33 wilayas taking part. The operation is tied to a national export day, the ministry of Kamel Rezig said.
Algeria plans national export drive to 57 countries as non-hydrocarbon sales reach $5.16 billion
First published Fri, Nov 6
Algeria's Ministry of Foreign Trade and Export Promotion said on Wednesday that the country will launch an operation to export national products to 57 countries, with 33 wilayas taking part. The operation is tied to a national export day, the ministry of Kamel Rezig said.1
On Thursday Rezig put the value of Algeria's non-hydrocarbon exports at 5.16 billion dollars in 2025. Speaking during a question session, the minister disclosed the figure as the export drive was being prepared.23
Non-hydrocarbon exports rose by close to 1 billion dollars in 2025 compared with 2024, TSA reported from the same ministerial figures. The gain puts the 2025 total roughly a billion dollars above the previous year's level.3
Brent crude falls below $100 after Democrats win both chambers of US CongressDemocrats won majorities in both chambers of the US Congress in the midterm elections held on Tuesday 3 November, a result described as a rout for Donald Trump and the Republicans. The party took control of the Senate and the House of Representatives from the Republicans. In Michigan, Abdul El-Sayed won the state's vacant Senate seat, becoming the first Muslim US senator.
Brent crude falls below $100 after Democrats win both chambers of US Congress
First published Thu, Nov 5
Democrats won majorities in both chambers of the US Congress in the midterm elections held on Tuesday 3 November, a result described as a rout for Donald Trump and the Republicans. The party took control of the Senate and the House of Representatives from the Republicans. In Michigan, Abdul El-Sayed won the state's vacant Senate seat, becoming the first Muslim US senator.123
Brent crude fell below $100 a barrel on Wednesday after the Democratic victory, which analysts said could limit Trump's room for manoeuvre in the war against Iran.4
Trump said he was "not in a hurry" to decide on a possible resumption of the war against Iran, in a brief interview with the Axios news platform ahead of the 3 November midterms.5
The Republican defeat opens a new political phase in Washington that could complicate Morocco's strategy on Western Sahara, with the loss of both chambers raising the prospect of a harder line on the territory. For Algeria, the parliamentary reshuffle is presented as a chance to turn the change into an opportunity.2
In France, political sciences lecturer and former French ambassador for the Mediterranean Karim Amellal said the US midterms had resounded widely in a country about to bring to power a party of the same populist current, arguing that "Trumpism is not invincible, a lesson to ponder for France."6
Algeria reminds importers that Paris Grand Mosque institute alone certifies halal meatAlgeria's Ministry of Interior, Local Communities and Market Regulation has reminded economic operators that the Grand Mosque of Paris, through its Islamic institute, has held the exclusive right since December 2022 to certify all halal products Algeria imports from France or any other country. The reminder restates an obligation now four years old.
Algeria reminds importers that Paris Grand Mosque institute alone certifies halal meat
First published Thu, Nov 5
Algeria's Ministry of Interior, Local Communities and Market Regulation has reminded economic operators that the Grand Mosque of Paris, through its Islamic institute, has held the exclusive right since December 2022 to certify all halal products Algeria imports from France or any other country. The reminder restates an obligation now four years old.1
Spain remains the country that supplies Algeria with the most meat, and one Spanish slaughterhouse sends 80 percent of its halal output to Algeria. The fifth version of the Grand Mosque of Paris halal certification specifications takes effect on 1 January 2027; Chems-Eddine Hafiz, rector of the mosque, received the heads of European slaughterhouses.2
Algeria and Spain have signed two new agreements to boost the red meat sector.3
Algeria's Ministry of Foreign Trade and Export Promotion said it will launch an operation on Saturday to export national products to 57 countries, with 33 wilayas taking part, on the occasion of a national export day. The ministry is led by Kamel Rezig.4
Spain's Moeve sells its Algerian oil assets to Indonesia's PertaminaSpanish energy company Moeve has agreed to sell its stakes in oil assets in Algeria to Indonesian state group Pertamina. Moeve announced the deal on Wednesday 4 November. Its main shareholder is Abu Dhabi sovereign fund Mubadala of the United Arab Emirates.
Spain's Moeve sells its Algerian oil assets to Indonesia's Pertamina
First published Wed, Nov 4 · Updated Thu, Nov 5
Spanish energy company Moeve has agreed to sell its stakes in oil assets in Algeria to Indonesian state group Pertamina. Moeve announced the deal on Wednesday 4 November. Its main shareholder is Abu Dhabi sovereign fund Mubadala of the United Arab Emirates.12
The sale is the first disposal of Emirati-held assets in Algeria since the two countries announced a break in diplomatic relations on 10 September. Moeve is majority-owned by Mubadala, the Abu Dhabi investment fund.2
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The sale of Moeve's Algerian oil assets to Indonesia's Pertamina covers participations in three oil fields in the Berkine basin, and Spanish press estimates put the value of the operation at between 700 million and 1 billion euros.3
Attaf receives Dutch foreign minister Tom Berendsen in Algiers, then flies to Chad as Tebboune's envoyMinister of State for Foreign Affairs, the National Community Abroad and African Affairs Ahmed Attaf received Dutch Foreign Minister Tom Berendsen at the ministry headquarters on Monday. Berendsen was on a working visit to Algeria on 2 and 3 November 2026. The visit continues political dialogue between the two countries and reflects their shared will to strengthen the momentum in bilateral relations.
Attaf receives Dutch foreign minister Tom Berendsen in Algiers, then flies to Chad as Tebboune's envoy
First published Tue, Nov 3 · Updated Wed, Nov 4
Minister of State for Foreign Affairs, the National Community Abroad and African Affairs Ahmed Attaf received Dutch Foreign Minister Tom Berendsen at the ministry headquarters on Monday. Berendsen was on a working visit to Algeria on 2 and 3 November 2026. The visit continues political dialogue between the two countries and reflects their shared will to strengthen the momentum in bilateral relations.1
On Tuesday 3 November Attaf arrived in the Chadian capital N'Djamena on an official visit as special envoy of President Abdelmadjid Tebboune. The foreign ministry said the visit falls within joint efforts to strengthen the momentum in relations between the two countries.23
El Khabar reported that Attaf carried a message from Tebboune to Déby and began an official visit to Chad.4
Later wire items reported that Attaf discussed ways to boost bilateral cooperation with his Dutch counterpart, with one account saying the two sides examined how to give bilateral cooperation renewed momentum and vitality.5678
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Foreign Minister Ahmed Attaf arrived in Niamey on Wednesday on an official visit as special envoy of President Abdelmadjid Tebboune, and was received by Niger's Minister of Foreign Affairs, Cooperation and Nigeriens Abroad, Bakary Yaou Sangaré.9
El Khabar reported that the visit to Niger comes within efforts to strengthen the positive momentum in relations between Algeria and Niamey.10
Algeria targets 14 percent greenhouse gas cut by 2035, rising to 31 percent with international supportPrime Minister Sifi Ghrieb said Algeria aims to cut greenhouse gas emissions by 14 percent by 2035, with the figure rising to 31 percent if the necessary international support is available. Speaking in Algiers on Tuesday, he said meeting the climate targets requires mobilising financing and investment and developing national mechanisms for governance, measurement and verification of emissions.
Algeria targets 14 percent greenhouse gas cut by 2035, rising to 31 percent with international support
First published Tue, Nov 3
Prime Minister Sifi Ghrieb said Algeria aims to cut greenhouse gas emissions by 14 percent by 2035, with the figure rising to 31 percent if the necessary international support is available. Speaking in Algiers on Tuesday, he said meeting the climate targets requires mobilising financing and investment and developing national mechanisms for governance, measurement and verification of emissions.12
Algeria unveils first pharmaceutical glossary with more than 5,600 terms in three languagesAlgeria's Higher Council of the Arabic Language and the Ministry of Pharmaceutical Industry produced the country's first specialised dictionary of pharmaceutical industry terminology, containing more than 5,600 terms in Arabic, English and French. A joint working team drawn from both bodies prepared it.
Algeria unveils first pharmaceutical glossary with more than 5,600 terms in three languages
First published Mon, Nov 2
Algeria's Higher Council of the Arabic Language and the Ministry of Pharmaceutical Industry produced the country's first specialised dictionary of pharmaceutical industry terminology, containing more than 5,600 terms in Arabic, English and French. A joint working team drawn from both bodies prepared it.12
Pharmaceutical Industry Minister Ouassim Kouidri presided over a ceremony at the ministry on Monday to hand out certificates of encouragement to members of the joint committee that compiled the dictionary. Saleh Belaid, president of the Higher Council of the Arabic Language, attended.2
