
Algeria 2026: the power of fertilizers, a new strategic lever of economic sovereignty
By: Nabil BENSAID
Government economic decisions, reforms, budgets, and fiscal policy

By: Nabil BENSAID

The Minister of Public Works and Infrastructure, Abdelkader Djellali, chaired a coordinating meeting today, Thursday, dedicated to following up on railway projects. A statement from the ministry clarified that the meeting, which took place at the ministry's headquarters, was aimed at reviewing the status of ongoing projects and the progress of their works, in addition to discussing future prospects in this field. The meeting was attended by the ministry's central officials, along with the Director General of the National Agency […]

Algeria - The Minister of Public Works and Basic Infrastructure, Abdelkader Djellali, chaired a coordination meeting today, Thursday, dedicated to following up on railway projects, according to a statement from the ministry.

Oil prices continued to rise this Thursday morning, amid military escalation in the Gulf and the Middle East, which has entered its twentieth day.

Algeria - The Minister of Foreign Trade and Export Promotion, Kamal Rzig, chaired a coordination meeting dedicated to activating logistical pathways and expanding Algeria's export capacities, during which an agreement was reached to enhance air and maritime shipping, as well as land transport to several African countries, according to a statement from the ministry.

Efforts continue to modernize Skikda Port as part of a comprehensive national approach aimed at enhancing port performance and strengthening its role in supporting economic activity, through the implementation of programs extending to 2030, focusing on improving infrastructure and modernizing management mechanisms.

The Minister of Foreign Trade and Export Promotion, Kamel Rezig, chaired a coordination meeting dedicated to activating logistical routes and expanding Algeria's export capacities, during which an agreement was reached to enhance air and maritime shipping, as well as land transport to several African countries, according to a statement from the ministry.

Oil prices rose by about 6% during trading on Thursday, continuing their gains for the third consecutive session, driven by escalating attacks on energy facilities in the Middle East and worsening geopolitical tensions in the region, which heightened fears of global supply disruptions. According to trading data, Brent crude recorded its highest levels in over a week, with May 2026 futures rising by 5.59% to reach $115.78 per barrel by 10:36 AM GMT, while West Texas Intermediate crude futures for April rose by 0.49% to $96.79 per barrel. View the full content on الشروق أونلاين

Natural gas prices in European markets saw an unprecedented surge at the opening of trading today, rising by 30% to record the highest level since January 10, 2023. At the start of trading, April futures on the Dutch TTF index, the largest gas trading hub in Europe, increased by 31% to $853.7 per thousand cubic meters. This comes …

Tirsam announced the availability of imported buses with various capacities and technical specifications that comply with the approved specifications document, at cost price without any profit margin and with tax exemption, as part of supporting the program to renew the national transport fleet with 10,000 buses. This initiative is part of the company's contribution to the national program established by President Abdelmadjid Tebboune, aimed at modernizing the public transport fleet and enhancing its quality. Tirsam confirmed its commitment as a national partner in developing the transport sector and providing modern solutions that meet quality and safety standards. Read the full content on Echourouk Online.

The company “Tirsam” announced the provision of imported buses with various capacities and technical specifications that comply with the approved specifications document, at cost price without any profit margin and with tax exemption, as part of supporting the program to renew the national transport fleet with 10,000 buses. This initiative is part of the company's contribution to the national program established by President Abdelmadjid Tebboune, aimed at modernizing the public transport fleet and enhancing its quality, where “Tirsam” confirmed its commitment as a national partner in developing the transport sector and providing modern solutions that meet quality and safety standards. View the full content on Echourouk Online.

The price of Brent crude rose by more than 5 percent today, Thursday, amid new concerns regarding oil supplies. Brent jumped by 5.1 percent to $112.84 per barrel, while West Texas Intermediate rose by 2.5 percent to $98.69 per barrel in Asian trading.