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Algeria 'Abandons' Funding from the Islamic Development Bank for the Laghouat-Menia-Ain Salah-Tamanrasset Railway Project

Algeria 'Abandons' Funding from the Islamic Development Bank for the Laghouat-Menia-Ain Salah-Tamanrasset Railway Project

On Wednesday, Minister of Public Works and Infrastructure Abdelkader Djellali revealed that the state has abandoned funding from the Islamic Development Bank for the Laghouat-Menia-Ain Salah-Tamanrasset railway project. Djellali attributed this decision, in a presentation before the Finance and Budget Committee of the National People's Assembly, to the bank's offer not matching the specified implementation deadlines. He confirmed that the project will be fully funded by the state. Watch the full content on Echourouk Online.

Oct 21, 2026echoroukonline.com
Regulatory & Legal
Algeria Adopts a New Regulatory Framework for Qualifying Green Bonds in the Stock Exchange

Algeria Adopts a New Regulatory Framework for Qualifying Green Bonds in the Stock Exchange

The Commission for the Regulation and Supervision of Stock Exchange Operations has adopted system No. 26-01, amending and supplementing system No. 23-04 related to the general system of the stock exchange for transferable securities, with the aim of establishing a regulatory framework specifically for qualifying green bonds in the Algerian financial market, allowing the direction of capital towards sustainable and environmental projects. The commission clarified, in a statement issued yesterday, that the new system defines the conditions for qualifying debt securities as green bonds, so that they can be accepted for trading in the premium and emerging sections of the bond market at the Algerian Stock Exchange, provided that the funds raised are exclusively allocated to financing or refinancing eligible projects. Read the full content on الشروق أونلاين.

Oct 19, 2026echoroukonline.com
Regulatory & Legal
The Stock Exchange Regulatory Committee Adopts a Special Regulatory Framework for Green Bonds

The Stock Exchange Regulatory Committee Adopts a Special Regulatory Framework for Green Bonds

Algeria - The Stock Exchange Regulatory and Monitoring Committee announced the adoption of system number 26-01, amending and supplementing system number 23-04 related to the general system of the stock exchange for transferable securities, with the aim of establishing a special regulatory framework for qualifying green bonds in the Algerian financial market, according to a statement from the committee today, Sunday.

Oct 18, 2026aps.dz
Economic Policy
Governor of the Bank of Algeria emphasizes from Bangkok the importance of restoring economic and financial stability

Governor of the Bank of Algeria emphasizes from Bangkok the importance of restoring economic and financial stability

The Governor of the Bank of Algeria, Mohand Bourai, during the 54th meeting of the International Monetary Fund's Committee on Monetary and Financial Affairs in Bangkok (Thailand), emphasized the need to take all necessary measures to restore overall financial stability and protect public investment, relying on reliable medium-term frameworks that would support sustainable and inclusive growth, considering the situation in the Middle East.

Oct 17, 2026radioalgerie.dz
Banking & Finance
COSOB: The market value of the Algerian Stock Exchange rises by more than 42% during 2025

COSOB: The market value of the Algerian Stock Exchange rises by more than 42% during 2025

The Commission for the Organization and Supervision of Stock Exchange Operations (COSOB) confirmed the growing capacity of the Algerian financial market to meet the financing needs of institutions, with the market value of the Algerian Stock Exchange rising by more than 42 percent during 2025, expanding financing tools and diversifying sources of national savings mobilization. The chairman of the commission, Youssef Bouzenada, stated in the opening of the annual report for the year 2025 that the efforts made to develop the financial market are beginning to translate into tangible results, which are expected to strengthen during 2026, alongside the gradual expansion of the list of listed securities and the entry of new issuers operating in various sectors and relying on diverse economic models. Watch the full content on Echourouk...

Oct 14, 2026echoroukonline.com
Regulatory & Legal
Stock Exchange Operations Regulatory Committee: "The capacity of the Algerian financial market is growing"

Stock Exchange Operations Regulatory Committee: "The capacity of the Algerian financial market is growing"

The Stock Exchange Operations Regulatory Committee (COSOB) highlighted the growing capacity of the Algerian financial market, including the Algiers Stock Exchange, to meet the needs of institutions. This was stated in the opening speech of the committee's president, Youssef Bouzennada, for the annual report of the authority for the year 2025. Bouzennada emphasized its role in mobilizing savings and directing them towards financing productive investment and supporting economic growth, highlighting the vitality of the market.

Oct 13, 2026radioalgerie.dz
Banking & Finance
Preferential Insurance Offer for Buses Purchased Through Loans

Preferential Insurance Offer for Buses Purchased Through Loans

Algeria - The National Savings and Investment Fund and the National Insurance Company announced the strengthening of their strategic partnership by launching a bundled insurance offer with preferential terms for public transport operators who purchase buses under long-term loans, according to a joint statement from the two institutions.

Oct 12, 2026aps.dz