Economic Policy

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Energy & Hydrocarbons
Trans-Saharan Gas Pipeline.. Algeria Gains a New Energy Card

Trans-Saharan Gas Pipeline.. Algeria Gains a New Energy Card

Algeria is moving to strengthen its position as a key hub for European energy security with the advancement of the Trans-Saharan gas pipeline project, which aims to transport up to 30 billion cubic meters of natural gas annually from Nigeria through Niger to Europe, at a time when the European Union is racing against time to end its reliance on Russian gas by 2027. The 'Business Insider Africa' website reported that the project grants Algeria a strategic role in the new energy equation for the European continent, benefiting from the extensive pipeline network and infrastructure the country possesses, led by the Hassi R'Mel center, one of the largest gas centers in Africa. View the full content on Echourouk Online.

Jun 6, 2026echoroukonline.com
Banking & Finance
Morocco resorts to a new European loan of $578 million

Morocco resorts to a new European loan of $578 million

The European Investment Bank announced the provision of a new loan to Morocco worth €500 million ($578 million) to support the reconstruction of areas affected by the Al Haouz earthquake, raising its total funding allocated for this operation to €1 billion, amid growing questions and criticisms regarding the management of funds directed to the affected and the progress of reconstruction projects nearly three years after the disaster. The bank, the financing arm of the European Union, clarified that the new funding will be allocated to support essential infrastructure, including roads, schools, and health facilities, in areas that suffered severe damage due to the earthquake that struck Morocco in September 2023, resulting in over 2,900 deaths and thousands affected.

Jun 6, 2026echoroukonline.com
Agriculture & Agribusiness
Update of the Official Index of Licensed Seeds and Seedlings for Production and Marketing in Algeria

Update of the Official Index of Licensed Seeds and Seedlings for Production and Marketing in Algeria

The latest issue of the official gazette published the updated official index of the varieties of licensed seeds and seedlings for production and marketing in Algeria, under a decision dated January 25, 2026, signed by the Minister of Agriculture, Rural Development, and Fisheries. It includes the cancellation of all previous decisions adopted in this field during the period from 2011 to 2018. The new index published in the official gazette specifies the approved varieties in various agricultural sectors, where the list (A) for cereals includes 85 varieties of durum wheat, 56 varieties of soft wheat, 40 varieties of barley, 25 varieties of triticale, and 14 varieties of oats. View the full content on الشروق أ...

Jun 6, 2026echoroukonline.com
Agriculture & Agribusiness
Bouzguza announces the launch of the irrigation campaign for the agricultural season 2026-2027

Bouzguza announces the launch of the irrigation campaign for the agricultural season 2026-2027

The Minister of Water Resources, Lounes Bouzguza, announced on Friday evening the launch of the irrigation campaign for the agricultural season 2026-2027, which targets an irrigable agricultural area estimated at about 238,000 hectares across various provinces of the country, with more than 340 million cubic meters of water allocated for the benefit of irrigated agricultural areas. The minister explained that the total quantity allocated for the campaign will be distributed among various irrigated agricultural areas, as part of ensuring the provision of necessary water resources to support agricultural activity and improve production efficiency. Read the full content on Echourouk Online.

Jun 6, 2026echoroukonline.com
Real Estate & Construction
Jalawi chairs a working session to follow up on the preparations for the launch of the railway project between Ouargla and Ain Salah

Jalawi chairs a working session to follow up on the preparations for the launch of the railway project between Ouargla and Ain Salah

The Minister of Public Works and Basic Infrastructure, Mr. Abdelkader Jalawi, chaired a working session today, Saturday, as part of the implementation of basic infrastructure projects, particularly in the field of railways, with the presence of the central staff of the ministry and the Director General of the National Agency for Studies and Monitoring of Railway Investments (Anesrif), along with agency staff, according to a statement from the ministry.

Jun 6, 2026radioalgerie.dz
Economic Policy
Rziq Highlights Algeria's Commitment to Strengthening African Economic Integration

Rziq Highlights Algeria's Commitment to Strengthening African Economic Integration

The Minister of Foreign Trade and Export Promotion, Kamel Rziq, highlighted Algeria's commitment to enhancing its economic integration in the African space, particularly through the development of continental value chains and encouraging economic partnerships based on mutual benefit. This was stated during the opening of the fourth edition of the African Business Salon (SADA 2026), organized from June 6 to 8, with the participation of more than 51 Algerian companies and economic operators from several African countries, alongside the presence of several African ambassadors.

Jun 6, 2026radioalgerie.dz
Trade & Exports
Launch of the fourth edition of the African Business Salon in the capital with wide continental participation

Launch of the fourth edition of the African Business Salon in the capital with wide continental participation

The Minister of Foreign Trade and Export Promotion, Kamel Rezig, presided over the opening of the fourth edition of the African Business Salon (SADA 2026) today, Saturday, in Algiers, with wide continental participation, aimed at enhancing economic partnerships, promoting trade exchanges, and supporting the path of economic integration on the continent.

Jun 6, 2026radioalgerie.dz