Economic Policy

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Economic Policy
Algeria is the Fourth Largest Arab Economy in 2026

Algeria is the Fourth Largest Arab Economy in 2026

Algeria ranked fourth among Arab countries in terms of the largest economies according to the Purchasing Power Parity (PPP) standard for 2026, with a GDP of $915.79 billion, indicating a productive and consumer strength that exceeds what is reflected by exchange rate-based indicators. According to the latest estimates from the International Monetary Fund, which relied on data from the World Economic Outlook report (October 2025), this classification reflects a qualitative advancement for the Algerian economy, as the Purchasing Power Parity standard is considered an accurate tool for measuring the real size of economies, as it takes into account differences in local price levels and reflects actual purchasing power.

Apr 8, 2026echoroukonline.com
Energy & Hydrocarbons
Oil Drops Below $100 After Trump's Ceasefire Announcement with Iran

Oil Drops Below $100 After Trump's Ceasefire Announcement with Iran

Oil prices fell today, Wednesday, to below $100 per barrel, following U.S. President Donald Trump's announcement of a two-week ceasefire with Iran, provided that the Strait of Hormuz is reopened immediately, a move that directly affected global markets. According to trading data, Brent crude dropped by about $14.84, equivalent to 10.10 percent, settling at $92.97 per barrel, while West Texas Intermediate crude fell by $16.13, or 14.3 percent, reaching $94.82 per barrel, as of 08:04 GMT. View the full content on Echourouk Online.

Apr 8, 2026echoroukonline.com
Regulatory & Legal
Discussion on Enhancing Cooperation between COSOB and the World Bank to Modernize the Financial Market

Discussion on Enhancing Cooperation between COSOB and the World Bank to Modernize the Financial Market

The Committee for Organizing and Monitoring Stock Exchange Operations (COSOB) discussed with the representative of the World Bank Group in Algeria ways to enhance bilateral cooperation, particularly in the areas of modernizing the financial market and developing alternative financing mechanisms, according to a statement from the committee. This took place during the reception of the committee's president, Youssef Bouzenada, for the resident representative of the World Bank, Jamila Hajbaï Oglu Jirin, where he presented a detailed overview of the key regulatory reforms recorded since 2023, which aim to modernize the financial market, noting that they have resulted in a noticeable improvement in the activity of the Algerian financial market compared to previous years. View the full content on Echourouk Online.

Apr 8, 2026echoroukonline.com
Trade & Exports
Algerian-Mauritanian negotiations to conclude a differential trade agreement covering 20 products

Algerian-Mauritanian negotiations to conclude a differential trade agreement covering 20 products

Negotiations have been announced between Algeria and Mauritania to conclude a differential trade agreement covering 20 priority products from both sides, to be exchanged under customs preferences, aimed at encouraging exports and facilitating access of products to the markets of both countries, according to a statement from the Ministry of Foreign Trade and Export Promotion. This announcement came during the opening of the tenth session of the Algerian-Mauritanian Business Council, presided over by the Minister of Foreign Trade and Export Promotion, Kamel Rezig, alongside the Mauritanian Minister of Trade and Tourism, Zainab Bint Ahmednah, in the presence of several officials and representatives of economic bodies from both countries. Watch the full content on Echourouk Online.

Apr 8, 2026echoroukonline.com
Trade & Exports
Towards Italy.. Shipment of 22,000 tons of steel bars from Annaba port

Towards Italy.. Shipment of 22,000 tons of steel bars from Annaba port

The shipment of 22,000 tons of steel bars aboard the vessel 'FLORA' is ongoing at Annaba port, for the benefit of the Algerian Qatari Steel Company (AQS), destined for export to Italy as part of efforts to support exports outside the hydrocarbons sector and enhance the presence of national products in international markets. This operation is part of the implementation of the instructions of the Minister of Interior, Local Communities, and Transport, Saïd Sayoud, aimed at improving the level of services at national ports and providing the necessary support for economic operators active in the export field, in line with the field strategy of the port services group 'SARBOR'. Read the full content on Echourouk Online.

Apr 8, 2026echoroukonline.com
Real Estate & Construction
Eastern Mining Line: Djaoui Inspects Various Sections of the Project

Eastern Mining Line: Djaoui Inspects Various Sections of the Project

The Minister of Public Works and Infrastructure, Abdelkader Djaoui, began inspecting various sections of the Eastern Mining Line project this Wednesday evening. The inspection, which will continue until this Friday, aims to assess the progress of the 422-kilometer project extending along the Annaba – Tebessa axis. Djaoui's visit came in the context of inspecting various sections being constructed in the provinces of Tebessa, Souk Ahras, Guelma, El Tarf, and Annaba.

Apr 8, 2026radioalgerie.dz
Energy & Hydrocarbons
Arqab: "Ensuring the Continuity of Public Service as the Peak Season Approaches"

Arqab: "Ensuring the Continuity of Public Service as the Peak Season Approaches"

The Minister of State, Minister of Hydrocarbons and Mines, Mohamed Arqab, emphasized the importance of ensuring the continuity of public service, especially with the peak season approaching. This came during a work and inspection visit that led Arqab today, Wednesday, to the seawater desalination plant "Koudiat El Darawich" in the province of El Tarf. Arqab stressed the importance of proactive maintenance in enhancing the readiness of vital facilities to meet the challenge of blue energy.

Apr 8, 2026radioalgerie.dz
Energy & Hydrocarbons
Energy: Ajal discusses ways to enhance cooperation with his Ivorian counterpart

Energy: Ajal discusses ways to enhance cooperation with his Ivorian counterpart

The Minister of Energy and Renewable Energies, Mourad Ajal, held a meeting today, Wednesday, via videoconference, with the Minister of Mines, Petroleum, and Energy of the Republic of Côte d'Ivoire, the current president of the ministerial meeting of the African Petroleum Producers Organization, Mamadou Sankafou Koulibaly, to discuss ways to enhance cooperation between the two countries, according to a statement from the ministry.

Apr 8, 2026radioalgerie.dz