President Abdelmadjid Tebboune’s announcement of early presidential elections, scheduled for September 7, 2024, comes as a pivotal moment reflecting his knack for timely and effective decision-making amidst complex situations. According to the Algerian News Agency, the primary motive behind this announcement is to restore normalcy to the nation’s electoral calendar and political landscape, which had been disrupted by the events of 2019 and the postponement of elections from July to December of the same year. These events marked a significant deviation from Algeria’s established electoral traditions due to their extraordinary political nature.
President Tebboune’s announcement signifies an official signal of moving beyond crisis. It demonstrates that the Algerian state is not in a state of emergency but has regained its stability and the equilibrium of its institutions, reclaiming its decision-making process. This recalibration of the electoral agenda aligns with democratic standards, thereby strengthening constitutional and institutional stability.
The president’s initiative is driven by a commitment to reinstating stability within the state’s structure, even if it means shortening the presidential term. This reflects a continual return to the people, the sole decision-makers and the ultimate judges of the president’s achievements. The announcement underscores the president’s trust in his citizens’ judgment and awareness, despite some habitual voices attempting to concoct the most absurd scenarios due to their inability to decode the presidential “black box.” Yet, if adversaries are bewildered, it’s due to the solid relationship between the president and the people, a connection that obviates the need for intermediaries or guardians. President Tebboune has consistently engaged with his citizens in a language of truth and candor, steering clear of ambiguity, even at the risk of causing shock or irritation. This approach, characterized by directness and honesty, stems from his conviction in the populace’s wisdom and rejection of political falsehood, prompting him to directly present his vision for the future when he sees fit.
A third significant rationale for the early elections undoubtedly lies in geopolitical considerations. Recent gas summits, conflict management, and geostrategic and security shifts in the region have matured this idea. Following this announcement, Algeria is set to play a formidable role, positioning itself against all forms of new colonialism. With real and tangible external threats, shortening the first term becomes a tactical necessity, preempting planned disruptions. The international stakes precede national ones, compelling Algeria to fortify its internal unity and cohesion, with a president, army, and institutions ready to confront external crises that threaten its sovereignty and security.
The reassurance of stability, a primary concern for President Tebboune, extends into Algeria’s message to both its partners and historical adversaries. The nation demonstrates no internal fragility nor any weakness in the face of adversity, ready to meet any challenges head-on. The advancement of presidential elections stands as a testament to this regained confidence.
Lastly, the calm demeanor of the president signifies that Algeria has a leader who toils with a singular mission under the supreme sovereignty of the people. As long as he has not yet fulfilled all his goals, promises, and commitments, he remains fully focused on completing his term with the Algerians, restoring dignity to the citizen as the ultimate authority.
The “New Algeria,” criticized since its inception by defeatists, professionals of decline, state corruption adherents, and internal traitors unwilling to see a rejuvenated Algeria emerge, has navigated a path filled with obstacles. The journey was immense, at times hindered by health factors (COVID-19), which demonstrated the state-citizen harmony, but often due to internal issues stemming from the political system’s deviation from its course. Hence, returning to a strong state necessitates sacrifices. President Tebboune has made the hopes, aspirations, and suggestions of his people his supreme goal, thus becoming the guarantor of the bond between generations from the Algeria of the revolution to the Algeria of renewal.
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Reasons Behind Early Presidential Elections in Algeria
