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Algeria Overtakes the UAE as the Top Supplier of Naphtha to South Korea

Algeria Overtakes the UAE as the Top Supplier of Naphtha to South Korea

Algeria has become the top supplier of naphtha to South Korea during the first half of 2026, with a share of 17.2% of the country's total imports of this material, surpassing the United Arab Emirates, the United States, India, and Oman, according to data from the Korea International Trade Association (KITA) reported by the Embassy of the Republic of Korea in Algeria. KITA's figures showed that Algeria's share of South Korea's naphtha imports reached 17.2% during the first six months of the year, compared to 14.5% for the United Arab Emirates, 13.0% for the United States, 9.7% for India, and 9.3% for Oman. View the full content on Echourouk Online.

Sep 13, 2026echoroukonline.com
Trade & Exports
6.78 billion euros trade volume between Algeria and Italy in 6 months

6.78 billion euros trade volume between Algeria and Italy in 6 months

The trade exchange volume between Algeria and Italy reached approximately 6.78 billion euros during the first half of 2026, driven by the continued export of Algerian energy to the Italian market, alongside significant growth in the export of Italian machinery and equipment to Algeria, according to Eurostat data processed by the Italian Trade Agency (ICE) and published by the Italian news agency Nova. The agency reported that Italian exports to Algeria amounted to 1.56 billion euros between January and June 2026, an increase of 7.5% year-on-year, while Italian imports from Algeria reached 5.22 billion euros, a decrease of 4.8% compared to the same period in 2025. View the full content on الشروق أونلاين.

Sep 12, 2026echoroukonline.com
Energy & Hydrocarbons
Algeria captures 34.7% of Spanish gas imports

Algeria captures 34.7% of Spanish gas imports

Algeria's gas supplies to Spain reached 10.313 terawatt-hours in August 2026, making it the second largest supplier to the Spanish market with a share of 34.7% of total imports, according to recent data obtained by the specialized energy platform from Inagas. According to the data, Algerian supplies were divided between 9.897 terawatt-hours of natural gas and 0.416 terawatt-hours of liquefied gas, while Spain's total imports of natural and liquefied gas amounted to about 29.75 terawatt-hours during the month, according to the same data. Watch the full content on Echourouk Online.

Sep 12, 2026echoroukonline.com
Energy & Hydrocarbons
Murad Ajal participates in the 70th General Conference of the International Atomic Energy Agency in Vienna

Murad Ajal participates in the 70th General Conference of the International Atomic Energy Agency in Vienna

The Minister of Energy and Renewable Energies, Dr. Murad Ajal, is participating in the proceedings of the 70th General Conference of the International Atomic Energy Agency, scheduled to be held in Vienna from September 14 to 18, 2026. The Algerian participation in this annual international event aims to enhance cooperation with the International Atomic Energy Agency and benefit from its programs in training, knowledge transfer, and technology, as well as exploring new partnership opportunities in the peaceful uses of nuclear energy.

Sep 12, 2026radioalgerie.dz
Energy & Hydrocarbons
Oil: Brent crude at $104.35 per barrel

Oil: Brent crude at $104.35 per barrel

Oil prices fell on Friday, but remained on track to record gains of more than 8 percent for the week, and diesel prices in the United States increased to an unprecedented level. Brent crude futures fell by $3.28, or 3.05 percent, to $104.35 per barrel. West Texas Intermediate crude fell by $3.41, or 3.33 percent, to $99.07 per barrel.

Sep 12, 2026radioalgerie.dz
Energy & Hydrocarbons
Algerian Saharan Blend Tops the List of Most Expensive Arab Crude Oils

Algerian Saharan Blend Tops the List of Most Expensive Arab Crude Oils

The Algerian Saharan Blend topped the list of the most expensive Arab crude oils included in the OPEC basket during August 2026, after its average price rose by 12.6% month-on-month, reaching $94.32 per barrel, compared to $83.79 in July, according to recent data obtained by the Energy Research Unit. The Algerian crude ranked first among Arab crudes in terms of price, ahead of Libyan Es Sider crude at $91.37 per barrel, and Emirati Murban at $90.96, while the average price of Saudi Arabian light crude was $86.52. View the full content on Echourouk Online.

Sep 11, 2026echoroukonline.com
Energy & Hydrocarbons
Oil: Brent crude rises to $107.63 per barrel

Oil: Brent crude rises to $107.63 per barrel

Oil prices rose by more than 6% at settlement, driven by increasing concerns over energy supply disruptions. Brent crude futures rose by $6.42, or 6.34%, to close at $107.63 per barrel. West Texas Intermediate crude futures increased by $6.43, or 6.69%, to $102.48 per barrel, surpassing the $100 mark for the first time since May. Both crude types recorded their highest levels since May 19 and achieved their largest daily gains in nearly two months.

Sep 11, 2026radioalgerie.dz
Energy & Hydrocarbons
Praise for Algeria's Commitment to Developing the Energy Sector in Niger

Praise for Algeria's Commitment to Developing the Energy Sector in Niger

Niger's Minister of Petroleum, Hamadou Tini, praised Algeria's readiness and commitment to contributing to the development of the energy sector in his country, particularly the hydrocarbons sector, emphasizing that Niger considers Algeria a strategic partner and looks forward to establishing sustainable and organized cooperation with it. Mr. Tini's statement came during a press meeting held yesterday, Wednesday, in Niamey, dedicated to reviewing the activities of the oil sector in Niger and the progress made, especially regarding the new drilling campaign for wells in the 'Kafra' oil block located in the north of the country where SONATRACH is present through its subsidiary 'Cepsa'.

Sep 10, 2026radioalgerie.dz