Algiers, Algeria – The Council of the Nation (Senate) has officially endorsed the new law on decentralization, marking a significant step in Algeria’s ongoing efforts to modernize its governance structure. The vote, held Wednesday evening, concludes the legislative process for the amended and supplemented Law No. 84-09, originally enacted on February 4, 1984, concerning the country’s regional organization.
The Minister of Interior, Local Authorities, and Transportation, Said Saayoud, attended the Senate session dedicated to the vote. Following the approval, Minister Saayoud emphasized that the law is the result of extensive discussions, insightful contributions, and a spirit of harmony between the legislative and executive branches, all while upholding the principles of a unified Algeria.
He further stated that the decentralization law embodies a key commitment made by the President to the Algerian people. It is a central pillar of the presidential program, aimed at strengthening decentralization, correcting regional imbalances, and establishing modern, equitable, and effective local communities.
Minister Saayoud underscored the importance of local communities as the primary point of contact for citizens and essential partners in development. He asserted that comprehensive national development hinges on a balanced regional organization that ensures equal opportunities, reduces developmental disparities between regions, and brings administration closer to the people.
The new law aims to translate presidential commitments into binding legal rules, revitalizing regions as active spaces for development. It strengthens the powers of local communities within a framework of responsibility, accountability, and good local governance, solidifying decentralization as a strategic and irreversible political choice.
The passage of this law, according to Minister Saayoud, demonstrates the Republic’s unwavering commitment to fulfilling presidential pledges, establishing the rule of law, and building a regional organization that promotes development and translates public policies into tangible benefits for citizens. This vote by the members of the Council of the Nation reflects a high sense of national duty, a deep political awareness of the requirements of the next stage, and a clear commitment to continue…
