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Energy & Hydrocarbons
Algeria reaffirms its firm commitment within OPEC and OPEC+

Algeria reaffirms its firm commitment within OPEC and OPEC+

Algeria has renewed its commitment to the Organization of the Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC) and the OPEC+ framework, considering them the main mechanisms to ensure the stability of the global oil market, emphasizing the continuation of work in the spirit of solidarity, consultation, and collective discipline among member states. Algeria stated, in a statement from the Ministry of Energy, that OPEC plays a strategic and structural role in defending the interests of producing countries, establishing stability in oil markets, and enhancing balanced dialogue with consuming countries, noting that the organization has proven throughout its history its ability to maintain global market balances and respond regularly to the increasing demand for oil in line with global economic growth. شاهد المحتوى كام...

Apr 29, 2026echoroukonline.com
Energy & Hydrocarbons
Summer Program to Enhance Stability of Electricity and Gas Supply in Sidi Abdallah

Summer Program to Enhance Stability of Electricity and Gas Supply in Sidi Abdallah

The distribution directorate of Sidi Abdallah, part of the Algerian Electricity and Gas Company 'Sonelgaz', has begun implementing a special program in preparation for the summer season, aimed at enhancing the stability of electricity and gas supply and improving the quality of public service, through a package of field projects and extensive maintenance work to meet the increasing demand and ensure continuity of supply during peak periods. According to a statement from the directorate, which 'Echorouk Online' received a copy of, these measures included the execution of a series of technical projects, the most notable of which is the establishment of three new launch points in Douira, Cité des 300 Logements, and Tassala El Merja, in addition to restructuring the network in Maalem and Tassala El Merja over a distance exceeding 5 kilometers of the electrical network.

Apr 29, 2026echoroukonline.com
Economic Policy
France economically loses to European competitors.. Royal holds Rottay accountable

France economically loses to European competitors.. Royal holds Rottay accountable

Former French Environment Minister Ségolène Royal warned of direct economic repercussions from the tension policy adopted by the leader of the 'Republicans' party, Bruno Rottay, towards Algeria, confirming that this approach has led to a decline in cooperation in the energy sector and France losing strategic positions to European partners, foremost among them Italy, which has become Algeria's primary partner in the gas sector. In statements to 'Echorouk News', Royal said that those attacking Algeria 'are from a group with an electoral logic', explaining that this group seeks to attract 'the votes of nostalgia for French Algeria'. She also pointed out that Bruno Rottay accused President Emmanuel Macron of having 'shown weakness' and 'in a kind of...'

Apr 29, 2026echoroukonline.com
Energy & Hydrocarbons
Algerian gas flows boost Naturgy's profits amid financial growth and record liquidity expansion

Algerian gas flows boost Naturgy's profits amid financial growth and record liquidity expansion

The Spanish newspaper 'La Razón' reported that long-term supply contracts with Algeria continue to play a pivotal role in supporting the operational performance of Naturgy, which recorded a net profit of 530 million euros by the end of March, an increase of 5%, alongside a 6% rise in earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation, and amortization to reach 1.362 billion euros. The newspaper clarified that Algeria represents a fundamental pillar in securing the company's energy supplies through gas contracts linked to the 'Medgaz' pipeline, which ensures the continuity of supply to the Spanish market and supports the operation of combined cycle plants that play an important role in stabilizing the electricity grid and integrating renewable energies. Watch the full content on Echourouk Online...

Apr 29, 2026echoroukonline.com
Sustainability & Green Economy
Unprecedented Acceleration in Renewable Energy Projects in Algeria

Unprecedented Acceleration in Renewable Energy Projects in Algeria

Algeria is accelerating the pace of renewable energy development under a program aimed at reaching 15,000 megawatts by 2035, with the production of 3,000 megawatts in the first phase and the introduction of more than 1,400 additional megawatts during this year, enhancing electricity generation capacity and allowing for the saving of up to 8 billion cubic meters of gas annually. In this context, according to the specialized energy platform's follow-ups, the Biskra solar power station has supported the national grid with a capacity of 220 megawatts, as part of a project covering an area of 400 hectares and including 23 subfields and more than 379,000 solar panels, contributing to meeting the increasing demand for electricity, especially during peak summer periods, and was completed in about 16 months providing...

Apr 29, 2026echoroukonline.com
Energy & Hydrocarbons
Algerian-Belgian Talks to Expand Cooperation in Energy and Renewable Energies

Algerian-Belgian Talks to Expand Cooperation in Energy and Renewable Energies

The Minister of Energy and Renewable Energies, Dr. Mourad Adjall, discussed ways to enhance bilateral cooperation in the fields of energy and renewable energies with the Belgian Foreign Ministry's Special Envoy for Energy Security and Critical Raw Materials, Geert Moil, during a meeting held in the presence of a delegation of Belgian company officials active in the sector. During the meeting, which took place yesterday, Tuesday, at the ministry's headquarters, and in the presence of the Belgian ambassador to Algeria and several sector officials, the minister emphasized Algeria's position as a reliable economic partner and a key player in ensuring energy security at both continental and international levels, reviewing the major projects overseen by the sector and the efforts made to implement the program...

Apr 29, 2026echoroukonline.com
Energy & Hydrocarbons
Hydrocarbons: Arqab discusses joint projects in Algeria with Polish Deputy Minister of State Assets

Hydrocarbons: Arqab discusses joint projects in Algeria with Polish Deputy Minister of State Assets

On Wednesday, the Minister of State, Minister of Hydrocarbons, Mohamed Arqab, received the Polish Deputy Minister of State Assets, Grzegorz Verona, in Algiers, where both sides discussed ways to enhance bilateral cooperation and opportunities for partnership and investment between SONATRACH and leading Polish companies, especially in the fields of oil and gas production, refining, petrochemicals, and equipment manufacturing, according to a statement from the ministry.

Apr 29, 2026radioalgerie.dz
Energy & Hydrocarbons
Oil: Algeria reaffirms its commitment "with steadfastness and determination" within OPEC and the OPEC+ cooperation declaration

Oil: Algeria reaffirms its commitment "with steadfastness and determination" within OPEC and the OPEC+ cooperation declaration

Algeria confirmed on Wednesday its commitment "with steadfastness and determination" within the Organization of the Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC) as well as the cooperation declaration (OPEC+), which represent the two main frameworks for the stability of the global oil market, according to a statement from the Ministry of Energy.

Apr 29, 2026radioalgerie.dz