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Economic Policy
Separation of Mining from Hydrocarbons.. Experts Reveal the Implications of the Decision

Separation of Mining from Hydrocarbons.. Experts Reveal the Implications of the Decision

The separation of mining from hydrocarbons.. A beginning of economic transformation - Giant projects lead the new strategy - Gara Djebilet and phosphate at the forefront - Experts: Mining is a supportive alternative to hydrocarbons - A bet on manufacturing instead of raw export and the success of the transformation depends on reforms. The mining sector in Algeria has witnessed a significant institutional and strategic transformation following a new ministerial amendment that reshaped the management map of the hydrocarbons and mining sectors, alongside accelerating the implementation of major mining projects aimed at enhancing economic diversification and reducing reliance on hydrocarbons.

Apr 16, 2026echoroukonline.com
Energy & Hydrocarbons
Algeria is the second largest African exporter of LNG in the first quarter of 2026

Algeria is the second largest African exporter of LNG in the first quarter of 2026

Algeria maintained its position as the second largest African exporter of liquefied natural gas during the first quarter of 2026, despite a recorded decline in exports of 8% to settle at 2.04 million tons, compared to 2.23 million tons in the same period of 2025, according to data from the Energy Research Unit. According to the same data, Algeria ranked directly behind Nigeria, which topped the continent with a share of 4.99 million tons, while the top five African countries collectively accounted for 88% of the total LNG exports in the continent during the same period, which increased overall by 27% to reach 11.32 million tons. Watch the full content on الشروق أونلاين

Apr 16, 2026echoroukonline.com
Energy & Hydrocarbons
Expected Increase in Gas Demand by 31% to 5417 Billion m³ by 2055

Expected Increase in Gas Demand by 31% to 5417 Billion m³ by 2055

Global demand for natural gas is expected to rise by 31 percent to reach 5417 billion cubic meters by 2055, compared to 4137 billion cubic meters in 2024, with an estimated annual growth rate of 2.7 percent, while its share in the global energy mix increases from 23 percent to 26 percent during the same period, according to the report 'Global Outlook of the Gas Exporting Countries Forum 2055'. The report's data indicated that the share of electricity in final energy demand will rise from 22 percent in 2024 to 32 percent by 2055, making it the main driver of gas consumption growth, as the energy sector accounts for more than half of the expected additional demand. View the full content on Echourouk Online.

Apr 16, 2026echoroukonline.com
Regulatory & Legal
Exemption of Gas Vehicles from the Fee in One Case for These Reasons

Exemption of Gas Vehicles from the Fee in One Case for These Reasons

A new fee of 200 DZD on the technical inspection for the installation and testing of 'GPLC' systems for motorcycles between 1,000 and 10,000 DZD depending on the type of certification and compliance. The General Directorate of Taxes has specified the categories of vehicles exempt from the vehicle fee and those subject to it, with a precise determination of the tax situation for vehicles equipped with gas systems, which have become one of the most popular options in the Algerian market in recent years, especially the liquefied petroleum gas system 'GPLC' that is widely used by drivers and represents the largest portion of converted vehicles, compared to the relatively limited spread of the compressed natural gas system (GNC) which is often associated with institutional or company cars.

Apr 15, 2026echoroukonline.com
Energy & Hydrocarbons
Algeria Among the Cheapest Countries Globally in Electricity Prices

Algeria Among the Cheapest Countries Globally in Electricity Prices

Data from the specialized energy platform shows that Algeria records about $0.041 per kilowatt-hour, placing it among the low-cost countries globally and enhancing its ability to maintain price stability internally despite fluctuations in energy markets. According to the same database, Iran tops the list of the cheapest electricity prices globally at $0.002/kWh, followed by Ethiopia at $0.006, then Libya at $0.008, and Kyrgyzstan at $0.010, while prices in other countries such as Angola ($0.012), Sudan ($0.014), Bhutan ($0.015), Syria ($0.018), and Egypt ($0.024) range up to Kazakhstan ($0.035), Uzbekistan ($0.038), and Iraq ($0.040), before Algeria.

Apr 15, 2026echoroukonline.com