Italy’s Energy Security Supported by Algeria Agreements
Italy's Minister of Enterprises and Made in Italy, Adolfo Urso, highlighted the decisive impact of international energy agreements with Algeria on his country's energy security. Speaking to La Repubblica, Minister Urso detailed the executive's strategy to contain rising fuel prices, which includes the development of renewable energies, the exploitation of national resources, and strengthened international partnerships. He specifically cited agreements with Algeria as a crucial component of these structural measures already implemented to ensure Italy's energy autonomy.
Algeria has reinforced its position as a significant and reliable gas supplier to the European market amid broader energy challenges. Its geographical location on the southern Mediterranean coast and its direct pipeline network to several European countries are key advantages. This role is especially critical given the current energy crisis, where the security of supply routes, not just volumes, has become paramount due to risks impacting maritime passages.
Evidence of Algeria's strengthening presence in the European gas market is reflected in its increased supplies. During the first eight months of 2026, Algeria's gas deliveries to the European Union, encompassing both pipeline gas and liquefied natural gas, grew by approximately 1.1 billion cubic meters. This made Algeria the fourth-largest gas supplier to the EU during that period, following Norway, the United States, and Russia. Algeria was also among the main suppliers that helped compensate for a year-on-year decrease of about 5.1 billion cubic meters in Qatari LNG imports, which was impacted by disruptions from the Middle East conflict and the closure of the Strait of Hormuz.
