Brahim Tezgart Highlights Algeria’s Evolving Regional Role
Expert Brahim Tezgart indicates that Algeria stands at the cusp of historical transformations, marking a pivotal phase in its modern history. Amidst rapid geopolitical and geostrategic shifts, Algeria has reportedly moved beyond a "bottleneck" period, overcoming regional challenges and attempts to encircle its territory with crises. The nation is now actively reordering its regional environment through new approaches focused on deepening relations with neighboring countries and expanding its strategic depth. Indicators of this direction include correcting relations with Sahelian states, fostering cooperation with Chad, supporting Sudan, and embracing new regional security strategies, all aimed at building a more stable regional space founded on collaboration and mutual interests.
Tezgart further notes that Algeria's supportive stance towards Niger signifies a broader vision for collective security across the Sahel and North Africa. This approach stems from the belief that Algeria's national security is inherently linked to the stability of its immediate surroundings. Concurrently, Algeria's defensive doctrine is evolving to emphasize pre-emption and deterrence, confronting threats before they reach Algerian soil, while consistently protecting national borders and sovereignty. Integrating this robust defensive posture with efforts to support stability in neighboring countries and establish balanced security, economic, and developmental partnerships is seen as providing Algeria with expanded strategic depth, based on safeguarding common interests and fostering regional stability rather than expansion or dominance.
Internally, Tezgart highlights the importance of societal cohesion, proposing that the popular solidarity observed after recent regional challenges should become a sustained community culture. He emphasizes that a cohesive society is fundamental to supporting the state's capacity to navigate crises effectively. Protecting Algeria is presented not solely as the military institution's duty, but as a collective responsibility, requiring the participation of all citizens to safeguard society and promote its unity and solidarity. This transformation of national solidarity into continuous awareness and initiative is expected to consolidate Algeria's resilience and its ability to face future challenges.
