Outcomes of Algeria’s latest Council of Ministers meeting, chaired by President Abdelmadjid Tebboune, reveal a decisive push to strengthen Algeria’s presence deep within Africa through landmark strategic projects in Niger and Chad, cementing a partnership-driven development model with neighboring states.
President Tebboune told dzwatch that he has directed authorities to accelerate completion of a major power generation plant in Niger within the next three months, describing the project as a ‘historic achievement’ reflecting Algeria’s commitment to meaningful bilateral cooperation. He also called for expanding collaboration into oil exploration and production for mutual benefit.
On the media front, President Tebboune ordered the launch of a joint media partnership to support these bilateral initiatives. Infrastructure cooperation includes fiber-optic cross-border connectivity, the Trans-Saharan Gas Pipeline, and rural border electrification.
Regarding Chad, President Tebboune directed the immediate construction of a cement plant exceeding one million tons annual capacity, alongside new energy and oil exploration projects. He further ordered Algerian firms to take immediate charge of completing two Trans-Saharan Highway sections on Chadian territory to boost bilateral trade.
Algeria and Chad previously signed nearly 30 agreements covering public works, communications, health, pharmaceuticals, air transport, higher education, industry, and trade, including a refinery framework deal and mutual visa exemptions for diplomatic passport holders.
