Prime Minister Sifi Ghrib presided over a meeting of the Supreme Council for Import Regulation on Monday, DZWatch has learned. The session was dedicated to presenting a comprehensive review of goods and services imports for the year 2025, alongside projections for 2026.
During the meeting, the Supreme Council examined measures designed to improve the framework governing imports. These measures focus on better addressing the needs of economic operators, with the ultimate goal of satisfying the genuine requirements of the national economy.
Emphasis was placed on simplifying and digitizing import procedures, as well as enhancing inter-ministerial coordination. The aim is to ensure improved processing and monitoring of import operations. However, officials stressed that the fundamental objective of this system remains the promotion of national production and the development of investment.
The council highlighted the importance of striking a balance between facilitating trade and protecting domestic industries. This includes identifying key sectors for import substitution and incentivizing local manufacturers to increase their output and competitiveness.
The meeting concluded with a commitment to ongoing dialogue with economic stakeholders to refine import policies and ensure they are aligned with the evolving needs of the Algerian economy. Further details on specific initiatives are expected to be released in the coming weeks.
This is a developing story. DZWatch will continue to provide updates as they become available.
