Ambassador Amar Bendjamaa, the Permanent Representative of Algeria to the United Nations, has been awarded the prestigious title of ‘Diplomat of the Year 2025’. This recognition highlights his distinguished career and Algeria’s growing influence on the global stage.
This honor acknowledges Ambassador Bendjamaa’s decades-long diplomatic service, during which he has consistently championed Algeria’s presence in international forums and staunchly defended just causes. Notably, he has been a vocal advocate for the Palestinian cause, making it a central theme of his interventions within the Security Council since Algeria began its non-permanent term.
Ambassador Bendjamaa has effectively leveraged Algeria’s current membership in the Security Council to foster a unified Arab position and advocate for the perspectives of the Global South. Amidst rapid geopolitical shifts, his contributions have solidified Algeria’s impactful diplomatic presence in discussions concerning regional crises, development initiatives, and peace efforts.
This award serves as international recognition of the proactive role Algerian diplomacy plays at the United Nations. It also places a renewed responsibility on Ambassador Bendjamaa, who is widely regarded as a leading voice reminding the world of the imperative to respect international law and the right of peoples to self-determination. His dedication to these principles has earned him widespread respect within the international community.
DZWatch will continue to follow Ambassador Bendjamaa’s work and Algeria’s contributions to the UN.
