Algeria News, October 13, 2025 – Minister of Health Mohamed Seddik Ait Messoudane has committed to improving the working conditions and overall well-being of healthcare workers in Algeria. This announcement follows a series of consultative meetings initiated by the Minister, starting with a meeting with members of the National Union of Joint Sectors of Public Health, led by Kassar Ayache.According to a statement from the Ministry of Health, the meeting focused on addressing a range of professional and social concerns raised by the union. Minister Ait Messoudane reassured the union representatives that their demands would receive careful consideration. He reiterated his commitment to continuing efforts to improve the conditions for all healthcare personnel across the country.
The Minister emphasized the crucial role of the central committee responsible for dialogue, highlighting its importance as a key link in the consultation process with social partners. He stressed that this approach aims to foster trust and promote a spirit of cooperation and understanding between all stakeholders in the healthcare sector.
Ait Messoudane further emphasized that patient care remains at the core of the state’s health policy. He stated that improving the performance of all categories within the sector is essential to achieving the desired goals of providing quality healthcare services to all Algerians.
The Minister announced that this initial meeting will be followed by a series of further discussions with other social partners as part of a comprehensive program to listen to and address various concerns through a participatory approach.
In response, the head of the National Union of Joint Sectors of Public Health expressed his gratitude to the Minister for the invitation and congratulated him on his appointment to lead the sector. He expressed confidence in the Minister’s ability to bring about positive change that contributes to the development of the healthcare system and improves the working conditions of its employees. He also praised the spirit of cooperation between the union and the central administration, considering the meeting a reflection of a shared desire to strengthen constructive dialogue in the service of the public interest.
The meeting concluded in an atmosphere of trust, reflecting a shared commitment to continuing consultations and deepening social dialogue between the Ministry and its partners in the health sector. This collaborative approach signals a positive step towards addressing the challenges facing healthcare workers and improving the overall quality of healthcare services in Algeria. The Minister’s commitment to a participatory approach suggests a willingness to listen to and address the concerns of those working on the front lines of the healthcare system, potentially leading to meaningful improvements in their working conditions and ultimately benefiting patients.
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