Economic Policy

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Energy & Hydrocarbons
The world is threatened with losing one billion barrels of Middle Eastern oil by the end of May - Iqtissad Al Balad

The world is threatened with losing one billion barrels of Middle Eastern oil by the end of May - Iqtissad Al Balad

In one of the most turbulent periods in global energy markets, losses of crude oil and condensate supplies in the Middle East are accelerating at an unprecedented pace, as the market approaches a historic cumulative level of outages, while the future of energy flows through the Strait of Hormuz remains suspended on a geopolitical path that is still fragile.

May 17, 2026iqtissadalbalad.dz
Energy & Hydrocarbons
Algeria Plays a Pivotal Role in Securing Tunisia's Natural Gas Needs - Iqtissad Al Balad

Algeria Plays a Pivotal Role in Securing Tunisia's Natural Gas Needs - Iqtissad Al Balad

Natural gas continued to dominate the electricity generation mix in Tunisia during 2025, with rising demand, amid a decline in the share of clean energy sources, emphasizing that the Transmed pipeline plays a pivotal role in securing Tunisia's natural gas needs, as it is the main artery for transporting Algerian gas to Italian markets through Tunisian territory. The pipeline, which has been operational since 1983, extends over 1,025 miles, supported by an export capacity of 34 billion cubic meters (equivalent to about 1.2 trillion cubic feet) annually.

May 17, 2026iqtissadalbalad.dz
SMEs & Local Business
Launch of a New Economic Information System for Small and Medium Enterprises in Algeria

Launch of a New Economic Information System for Small and Medium Enterprises in Algeria

A joint ministerial decision was issued in issue 35 of the official gazette, outlining the management methods for the economic information system specific to small and medium enterprises, as a strategic tool for foresight and supporting decision-making in this vital sector. According to the same issue of the official gazette, the decision was signed on March 12 by several government members, including the Director of the Prime Minister's Office, the Minister of Industry, the Minister of Finance, the Minister of Foreign Trade and Export Promotion, the Minister of Knowledge Economy and Startups and Micro-Enterprises, along with the Minister of Internal Trade and National Market Regulation, the Minister of Labor, Employment and Social Security, and the Minister of Tourism and Handicrafts.

May 17, 2026echoroukonline.com
Trade & Exports
Beijing: We Achieve Positive Results in Our Economic and Trade Consultations with the United States

Beijing: We Achieve Positive Results in Our Economic and Trade Consultations with the United States

The Chinese Ministry of Commerce announced achieving positive results in economic and trade consultations with the United States. The ministry's spokesperson stated today, Sunday, that five areas where the economic and trade teams of the two countries achieved preliminary results during their recent consultations. Xinhua reported from the spokesperson that both sides agreed to continue implementing the outcomes reached in previous talks and formed a positive consensus on …

May 17, 2026al24news.dz
Energy & Hydrocarbons
Algeria is a Key Element in Tunisian Energy Security

Algeria is a Key Element in Tunisian Energy Security

Data obtained by the Energy Research Unit revealed that natural gas continued to dominate the electricity generation mix in Tunisia during 2025, accounting for 94.9%, while electricity demand rose by 3.8% to reach 24.9 terawatt-hours, reflecting the ongoing regional reliance on gas supplies, primarily Algerian gas. In this context, Algeria stands out as a key player in the energy system of the region, given its pivotal role in supplying Tunisia with gas via the 'Transmed' pipeline that runs through Tunisian territory to Italy, which is one of the most important strategic corridors for gas transport in the Mediterranean basin. Read the full content on Echourouk Online.

May 17, 2026echoroukonline.com
Diaspora & International
French Interior Minister reveals visit of his Algerian counterpart Saïd Sayoud to Paris in the coming days

French Interior Minister reveals visit of his Algerian counterpart Saïd Sayoud to Paris in the coming days

The French Interior Minister announced an upcoming visit by the Minister of Interior, Local Communities, and Transport, Saïd Sayoud, to Paris in the coming days, reflecting the desire to overcome a period of tension and advance bilateral cooperation following a crisis exacerbated by the Élysée and the far-right, with varying degrees of involvement, especially after President Emmanuel Macron followed the rhetoric of former Interior Minister Bruno Retailleau, in order to maintain governmental stability at times, and to avoid the influence of the National Rally and Republican Party at other times. This announcement comes after the revelation of Justice Minister Gérald Darmanin's visit to Algeria the day after tomorrow, Monday.

May 17, 2026iqtissadalbalad.dz
Agriculture & Agribusiness
Coming from Georgia.. Annaba Port receives a new shipment of sheep

Coming from Georgia.. Annaba Port receives a new shipment of sheep

Annaba Port received a new shipment of imported sheep yesterday, Saturday, as part of the national program to provide sacrificial animals for Eid al-Adha 2026, with the ship 'SIDRA' arriving from Georgia at berth number 22 in the port. The Annaba Port Authority stated in a statement that this operation is in line with President Abdelmadjid Tebboune's program to import one million sheep for citizens in preparation for Eid al-Adha, and in accordance with the directives of the Minister of Interior, Local Communities, and Transport, Saïd Sayoud, aimed at providing the best organizational conditions at the country's ports to ensure efficiency and smooth processing of livestock shipments. Read the full content on Echourouk...

May 17, 2026echoroukonline.com
Energy & Hydrocarbons
Algeria Confirms Its Commitment to Developing the Hydrocarbons Sector and Strengthening International Partnerships

Algeria Confirms Its Commitment to Developing the Hydrocarbons Sector and Strengthening International Partnerships

Algeria has confirmed its commitment to continue developing the hydrocarbons sector through a balanced approach that combines ensuring energy security, encouraging investment, and reducing the carbon footprint, with a focus on methane emissions reduction projects, during its participation in the fourth edition of the Mediterranean International Forum 'Towards the South' held on May 15 and 16 in Sorrento, Italy. Algeria was represented at the forum by the Secretary General of the Ministry of Hydrocarbons, Miloud Majeld, who delivered a speech on behalf of the Minister of State, Minister of Hydrocarbons, Mohamed Arkab, outlining Algeria's vision aimed at enhancing regional and international cooperation in the hydrocarbons sector, alongside the reforms initiated by the state to improve the investment climate in...

May 17, 2026echoroukonline.com
Manufacturing & Industry
Phosphate exploitation project in Blad El Hadba: The President directs to expedite work to start production 'in the near future'

Phosphate exploitation project in Blad El Hadba: The President directs to expedite work to start production 'in the near future'

The President, Mr. Abdelmadjid Tebboune, during his chairing of a Council of Ministers meeting today, Sunday, directed the Minister of Public Works and Infrastructure to mobilize all possible resources and accelerate the pace of public works projects necessary for the exploitation of phosphate in Blad El Hadba to commence production 'in the near future'. The President's directives came after he listened to a presentation regarding the progress of the two projects: the mining dock as part of the expansion of the Port of Annaba and the mining railway line from Blad El Hadba to Oued Kebrit to the Port of Annaba, according to a statement from the Council of Ministers.

May 17, 2026radioalgerie.dz
Agriculture & Agribusiness
The President directs to expedite the process of importing one million sheep and distributing them in preparation for the upcoming Eid al-Adha

The President directs to expedite the process of importing one million sheep and distributing them in preparation for the upcoming Eid al-Adha

The President, Mr. Abdelmadjid Tebboune, during a Council of Ministers meeting he chaired today, Sunday, issued instructions to adhere to strictness and expedite the pace of the process of importing one million sheep and distributing them in preparation for the upcoming Eid al-Adha. According to a statement from the Council of Ministers, after listening to a presentation on the follow-up of the import process for Eid al-Adha sacrifices, the Minister of Agriculture committed to successfully completing the process 48 hours before Eid al-Adha. The President directed his instructions to 'ensure, with greater strictness and a higher pace, the success of the import and distribution of sacrifices, under the best conditions.'

May 17, 2026radioalgerie.dz