Algiers – Algeria is experiencing a significant economic transformation, marked by a surge in new business ventures and a shift towards a more diversified, productive economy. Experts note a growing dynamism reflecting a move away from reliance on hydrocarbons and towards wealth creation in other sectors.
Between 2020 and 2025, approximately 36,000 new enterprises have been established across the nation. This figure signifies a notable change in the national investment landscape. Investment is no longer viewed as isolated initiatives but rather as part of an integrated production and marketing system designed to achieve market equilibrium and foster economic sustainability.
Amal Abdelatif, Minister of Internal Trade and Market Regulation, emphasized the importance of a holistic approach linking production, distribution, and consumption. Speaking at a study day dedicated to import substitution, themed ‘Guiding Investment for Strong and Diversified Production,’ she stated that the true impact of investment is only realized within a comprehensive framework.
Minister Abdelatif further explained that market stability relies not solely on regulatory mechanisms but on harmonizing the entire value chain to ensure a balance between supply and demand. She highlighted the evolving role of the internal trade sector, transitioning from traditional price monitoring and combating irregularities to actively guiding productive investment.
This strategic guidance is facilitated by regulatory and digital tools that enable the identification of imbalances and accurate market analysis. This, in turn, helps channel capital towards sectors of economic priority. According to the Minister, this approach hinges on an in-depth analysis of the market structure, including monitoring supply and demand, identifying production gaps (particularly in widely consumed goods), and evaluating storage, distribution, and logistics capabilities. This comprehensive data informs investment decisions, directing resources towards activities capable of generating real added value.
