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Algeria Eyes Expanded Tech Partnerships with Brazilian Giant WEG
Algiers – Minister of Hydrocarbons and Mines, Mohamed Arkab, held discussions with a high-level delegation from Brazilian technology conglomerate WEG, focusing on expanding existing partnerships and exploring new ventures in Algeria’s energy and mining sectors.The meeting…
Key Bridge Completed on Strategic Rail Line Project
DZWatch Exclusive: A crucial bridge has been completed as part of the ambitious railway project connecting Bechar, Tindouf, and Gara Djebilet. The National Agency for Studies and Monitoring of Railway Investment Achievements (ANESRIF) announced the milestone, marking significant…
Bulgaria: Protests Erupt Over 2026 Budget, Clashes with Police
Sofia, Bulgaria – Tens of thousands of protesters took to the streets of Sofia on Monday, demonstrating against the Bulgarian government and its proposed 2026 budget. The protests, fueled by concerns over corruption and the upcoming adoption of the Euro, mark a significant escala…
Parliamentary Delegation Concludes Investment Meeting in Guelma
Guelma, Algeria – A delegation from the People’s National Assembly (APN) concluded its two-day fact-finding mission to industrial enterprises in Guelma with a meeting held at the Wilaya headquarters on Monday evening. The delegation, representing the Committee on Economic Affairs…
Finance Bill 2026 Presented to Council of the Nation
Algiers – The Finance Minister, Abderrahmane Raouya, presented the 2026 Finance Bill to members of the Council of the Nation earlier today. The public session was presided over by Azzouz Nasseri, President of the Council, and was attended by several government officials. D…
Workers’ Party Praises Presidential Decisions on Purchasing Power
The Workers’ Party has expressed its strong approval of the decisions made during yesterday’s Council of Ministers meeting, particularly those directly impacting the purchasing power of workers, retirees, their families, and unemployed youth. In a statement released today, the Workers’ Pa…
Oil Prices Surge in Early Asian Trading
Oil prices experienced a significant surge in early Asian trading hours this Monday, marking a positive start to the week for the energy market. Both Brent crude and West Texas Intermediate (WTI) saw notable gains, reflecting renewed market optimism. Brent crude futures c…
Finance Minister Unveils 2026 Budget: Key Figures & Projections
Algiers – Finance Minister Abdlkrim Bouzerd presented a detailed overview of the 2026 Finance Bill before the Council of the Nation on Monday. The public session, presided over by Council President Azzouz Nasseri, saw the attendance of several government officials. Minist…
Finance Minister Presents 2026 Budget to Council of the Nation
Finance Minister Abderrahmane Raouya presented the proposed 2026 Finance Law to members of the Council of the Nation on Monday. The session, led by Council President Salah Goudjil, was attended by several government officials. This follows the bill’s prior review, debate, and approval by members…
Algeria and Saudi Arabia Advance $5.4 Billion Oil and Gas Deal
Algeria’s Minister of State, Minister of Hydrocarbons and Mines, Mohamed Arkab, received Sheikh Abdellah bin Mohammed bin Abdullah Al-Eiban, Chairman and CEO of Medad Energy – North Africa, a subsidiary of Saudi Arabia’s Medad Energy, at the ministry headquarters on Sunday. The meeting, which inc…
Algerian Cabinet Approves Minimum Wage Hike, Energy Strategy
President Abdelmadjid Tebboune chaired a cabinet meeting today focusing on key sectors including hydrocarbons, mining, finance, knowledge economy, and startups. Following presentations and a review of government activities over the past two weeks, the President issued several significant directiv…
Algeria and Medad Energy Explore Enhanced Energy Cooperation
Algiers, Algeria – Minister of State, Minister of Hydrocarbons and Mines, Mohamed Arkab, received Sheikh Abd El Ilah Bin Mohammed Bin Abdullah Al-Eiban, Chairman and CEO of Saudi Arabia’s Medad Energy-North Africa, in Algiers on Sunday to discuss avenues for enhanced bilateral co…
Algerian Cabinet Approves Wage Hikes, Unemployment Benefit Increase
Algiers, Algeria – The Algerian Council of Ministers, presided over by President Abdelmadjid Tebboune, convened recently to discuss key issues spanning the hydrocarbon and mining sectors, finance, knowledge economy, startups, and micro-enterprises. Following the presentation of t…
OPEC+ Confirms December Output Increase; Algeria to Boost Production
Algiers, DZWatch – Algeria, along with seven other nations within the OPEC+ alliance, has reaffirmed its commitment to a collective production increase of 137,000 barrels per day (bpd) for December. This decision, initially agreed upon in early November, includes a 4,000 bpd incr…
Algeria, Saudi Arabia Discuss Energy Investments in Illizi Basin
Algiers – Algerian and Saudi officials met to discuss advancing exploration and investment projects in the Illizi Basin, a key hydrocarbon region in Algeria. The meeting underscores the growing energy cooperation between the two nations. Minister of State, Minister of Hydr…
Algerian Cabinet Boosts Minimum Wage, Unemployment Benefits
Algiers – The Algerian Council of Ministers, chaired by President Abdelmadjid Tebboune, convened to discuss key economic and social reforms, focusing on the hydrocarbons and mining sectors, finance, knowledge economy, and support for startups and micro-enterprises. Follow…
Algeria Approves Import of 500,000 Tires to Boost Supply
Algiers – In a meeting presided over by President Abdelmadjid Tebboune, the Council of Ministers has approved the urgent import of 500,000 tires for trucks, buses, and passenger vehicles. The decision aims to address a pressing need and support the national transportation sector….
Sonatrach, Medad Energy Agree on Roadmap for Illizi Sud Contract
Algiers, November 30, 2025 – Sonatrach and Medad Energy have reached an agreement on a roadmap for the implementation of the Illizi Sud contract. The agreement follows a meeting between the Minister of State, Minister of Hydrocarbons and Mines, Mohamed Arkab, and the CEO of Saudi…
OPEC+ Meeting to Assess Global Oil Market Stability
DZWatch Exclusive: The OPEC+ alliance convened today to evaluate the current state of the global oil market. The meeting comes amid ongoing geopolitical concerns and projections of a potential supply surplus in the coming years. Sources familiar with the discussions sugge…
Algeria Braces for Thunderstorms, Snow, and Sharp Temperature Drop
DZWatch has learned that Algeria is preparing for a significant shift in weather patterns, with thunderstorms, heavy snowfall, and a sharp decrease in temperatures expected to impact the country starting Wednesday. The national meteorological services indicate that polar air masses are moving int…
