Algiers – In a pivotal cabinet meeting presided over by President Abdelmadjid Tebboune, the Algerian government has approved a series of significant social, economic, and developmental measures. These decisions underscore the nation’s commitment to bolstering citizens’ purchasing power and fostering growth in the High Plateaus and Southern regions.
During the session, President Tebboune instructed the Minister of Finance to initiate plans for raising the minimum wage. Simultaneously, a review and improvement of unemployment benefits were mandated, reflecting the state’s ongoing support for young people, workers, and the promotion of social justice.
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Furthermore, President Tebboune ordered an immediate investigation into the recent wave of wildfires that affected several provinces across the country. The inquiry aims to uncover the causes of the fires, which erupted in a seemingly coordinated manner, and to accurately determine responsibility.
In a move to streamline administration and governance, the cabinet approved the elevation of 11 administrative districts from delegated provinces to full-fledged provinces in the High Plateaus and Southern regions. This initiative is designed to enhance local development and facilitate administrative and service delivery to citizens.
On the economic front, the President announced that the exploitation of iron ore at the Gara Djebilet mine is slated to commence in the first quarter of 2026. He emphasized that the strategic objective is to gradually achieve self-sufficiency and reduce reliance on imports of the raw material.
In the realm of strategic transport infrastructure, the cabinet ratified the commissioning of the railway line connecting the provinces of Tindouf and Bechar in January 2026. A national celebratory event is planned to commemorate this major developmental achievement, which will contribute to supporting mining activities in the Gara Djebilet area and stimulating economic activity in the southwest.
This package of measures signals a renewed focus on social welfare and regional development across Algeria.
