Algiers, DZWatch – The independent global media organization, PassBlue, has selected Algerian diplomat Ammar Ben Jamaa as its Diplomat of the Year for 2025. This prestigious recognition celebrates Ben Jamaa’s distinguished diplomatic career and significant contributions within the United Nations.
Ammar Ben Jamaa, the Permanent Representative of Algeria to the United Nations, is a prominent figure in Algerian diplomacy on the international stage. He brings a wealth of experience to the role, having held several high-ranking positions throughout his career.
Ben Jamaa’s influence was particularly notable during Algeria’s non-permanent membership in the UN Security Council. His forthright interventions and clear stances in defense of just causes, especially the Palestinian cause, earned him widespread respect and appreciation among diplomats and within UN decision-making circles. His commitment to these principles has solidified his reputation as a dedicated and effective representative of Algeria’s foreign policy.
In a related announcement, PassBlue also named Philippe Lazzarini, Commissioner-General of the United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees in the Near East (UNRWA), as a co-recipient of the Diplomat of the Year award for 2025. This joint recognition acknowledges Lazzarini’s exceptional humanitarian and diplomatic efforts in support of Palestinian refugees.
PassBlue, established in 2011, is an independent digital news platform affiliated with the Nonprofit News Institute. It focuses on covering and monitoring UN activities and analyzing the performance of international actors within the organization. The organization’s decision to honor Ammar Ben Jamaa underscores Algeria’s growing influence and respected position within the international community.
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