AGP Executive Report

Trans-Saharan Gas Pipeline: Algeria has started construction of its section of the Trans-Saharan Gas Pipeline after the fifth ministerial steering committee meeting in Algiers, with the project set to move up to 30 bcm/year from Nigeria through Niger to Algeria’s Mediterranean coast for export to Europe. Green Desalination & Hydrogen: Algeria’s desalination operator ADC says it will launch feasibility studies and partnerships this year on green hydrogen and brine utilisation, building on a pilot at the Corso plant in Boumerdès and preparing a brine management framework with ONEDD. U.S. Forced-Labour Tariffs: The U.S. Trade Representative proposed Section 301 tariffs tied to forced-labour enforcement failures, and Algeria is among the economies flagged—raising the prospect of higher costs for exports to the U.S. U.S.-Algeria Trade Pressure: The same U.S. proposal outlines additional duties for 60 economies, with Algeria included in the group facing the higher rate, pending public comments and hearings. Syria–Algeria Diplomacy: Syria’s foreign chief Asaad Hassan al-Shibani visited Algiers and agreed to reactivate cooperation mechanisms, including sectoral working groups spanning energy, agriculture, mining, transport and training. World Cup Logistics (Industry angle): FIFA rules on stadium water bottles and broader World Cup operations are shaping on-the-ground services and supply planning across host cities, including matches involving Algeria.

Green Hydrogen & Brine Reuse: Algeria’s desalination operator ADC says it will launch feasibility studies and research partnerships this year on green hydrogen and on brine utilisation, building on a pilot at the Corso plant in Boumerdès and preparing a framework agreement with ONEDD. Energy Infrastructure: Algeria has started construction of its section of the Trans-Saharan Gas Pipeline, a 4,128-km project aimed at moving up to 30 bcm/year of gas from Nigeria through Niger to Algeria’s Mediterranean coast for European export. US Tariff Pressure on Algeria Exports: The U.S. Trade Representative has proposed additional tariffs tied to forced-labour enforcement failures, listing Algeria among affected economies; if approved, Algeria could face extra duties on many goods entering the U.S., with a public comment period before any final decision. Trade Policy Shockwaves: Separate U.S. proposals outline broad tariff ranges (10%–12.5%) across dozens of economies, warning of potential price impacts through supply chains. Industrial Wastewater Projects: Lantania secured two new industrial wastewater treatment projects in Algeria, adding to ongoing upgrades in water and industrial services. World Cup Logistics for Algeria: FIFA’s latest stadium rules will bar reusable water bottles at World Cup venues, while Algeria’s matches are set to draw major attention as the tournament approaches.

Trans-Saharan Gas Pipeline: Algeria has started construction of its section of the Trans-Saharan Gas Pipeline, a 4,128-km project meant to move up to 30 bcm/year of Nigerian gas via Niger to Algeria’s Mediterranean coast for export to Europe. US Trade Pressure on Algeria: The US Trade Representative proposed new Section 301 tariffs tied to forced-labour enforcement gaps, listing Algeria among 60 economies targeted; the proposal would add 12.5% duties on many goods, with a July 7 public hearing. Energy Imports Watch: Tunisia’s imports of Chinese solar panels jumped 700% year-on-year in April 2026, while Algeria also appears in the Arab import list at 40 MW—useful context for regional clean-energy supply chains. World Cup Logistics for Algeria Fans: Algeria’s World Cup campaign is set to include an early match vs Jordan in the US host city schedule, with broader regional coverage highlighting how the tournament is reshaping daily routines and travel. Security & Industry Angle: Reports say Russian cargo flights have been tracked to Algerian air bases, aligning with deliveries of Russian warplanes—another reminder of how geopolitics can spill into industrial and logistics planning.

Renewables Push: Algeria is stepping up its clean-energy shift, with Sonelgaz driving utility-scale solar and a plan to reach 15 GW by 2035, including a 2,000 MW solar mega tender aimed at boosting energy security and future electricity exports. Diplomatic Trade & Security: Morocco and the UAE used a high-level meeting in Rabat to coordinate responses to Middle East risks that could disrupt trade and energy corridors—an angle that matters for North Africa’s industrial supply chains. Korea-Africa Cooperation: South Korea’s foreign minister held talks with counterparts from 11 African countries, including Algeria, signaling expanded energy cooperation and investment links. World Cup Focus (Algeria): Algeria return to FIFA World Cup 2026 in Group J with Argentina, Austria and Jordan, leaning on Riyad Mahrez and a younger attacking core as they chase a breakthrough after past qualification disappointments. Climate Justice in Courts: An African Court climate case is asking governments to protect the climate system under human rights duties, highlighting how drought and food shocks hit development and industry.

Algeria’s Clean Energy Push: Sonelgaz is driving a major solar shift, targeting 15 GW by 2035 and launching a 2,000 MW solar mega tender to cut hydrocarbon dependence and support future electricity exports. World Cup Logistics for Algeria: Algeria will arrive at its Lawrence base camp on June 7, with training at Rock Chalk Park and two Kansas City-area matches against Argentina (June 16) and Austria (June 27). Energy & Finance Signals: An IMF paper warns Middle East and Central Asia central banks face renewed pressure from fiscal needs and energy/food price risks, stressing stronger independence to keep inflation contained. Security & Aviation Links: A report says Russia’s “Air Wagner” used Algerian air bases for at least 167 cargo flights (Mar 2025–Apr 2026), aligning with deliveries of Russian jets as Algiers continues expanding its air capabilities. Korea-Africa Cooperation: South Korea’s FM Cho Hyun met Algeria’s counterpart to expand energy cooperation, including naphtha and crude supply ties.

World Cup Logistics: Algeria’s men’s team is set to arrive at its Kansas base camp in Lawrence on June 7, with training at Rock Chalk Park and two matches in Kansas City (vs Argentina June 16 and Austria June 27). Sports & Industry Pulse: Bay FC will pause for a month during the World Cup as stadium demand reshapes schedules, a reminder of how major tournaments ripple into local venue economics. Energy & Trade: President Abdelmadjid Tebboune has ratified an oil-and-gas cooperation MoU with Azerbaijan, covering upstream, petrochemicals, LNG/naphtha commercialization, and hydrogen-related projects. Diplomacy for Industry: Algeria’s FM Ahmed Attaf met South Korea’s Cho Hyun, with both sides signaling expanded energy-sector cooperation. Industrial Water & Food Processing: Lantania won two Algeria contracts to upgrade industrial wastewater treatment for dairy producer Fadiplait (Boumerdès) and edible oil maker Afia Savola (Oran), supporting ongoing production while expanding capacity. Policy Watch: An IMF paper warns central banks across the Middle East and Central Asia to strengthen independence to better manage inflation amid renewed energy and food price risks.

Oil & Gas Diplomacy: Algeria’s President Abdelmadjid Tebboune has ratified an Azerbaijan–Algeria MoU to expand cooperation in oil, gas, petrochemicals and LNG, with SOCAR supplying long-term crude volumes to Sonatrach Raffineria Italiana and a green-energy track including hydrogen and related transport infrastructure. Industrial Water & Food Processing: Lantania won two new industrial wastewater treatment contracts in Algeria—upgrading dairy producer Fadiplait’s Hammadi plant near Algiers (75 m³/day) and refurbishing edible oil maker Afia Savola’s Oran facility (480 m³/day) while keeping operations running. Energy Market Watch: A regional fuel-price comparison shows Algeria and Tunisia keeping gasoline and diesel unchanged since Feb. 23, while Morocco’s diesel rose sharply after the Iran-war shock—highlighting how policy choices shape costs. Tech & Infrastructure: ZTE says it’s building an AI-driven “digital rainforest” ecosystem overseas and has already worked with Alibaba Cloud on data centers in Algeria, pointing to growing demand for localized computing capacity. Bilateral Ties: Erdogan and Tebboune held high-level phone talks focused on expanding cooperation across trade, energy and defense industries.

Oil & Gas Deal: President Abdelmadjid Tebboune ratified an MoU with Azerbaijan to expand cooperation across oil, gas, petrochemicals and LNG, plus hydrogen and related infrastructure, with SOCAR supplying long-term crude grades to Sonatrach. Gas Exports: Algeria boosted pipeline gas deliveries to Europe in early 2026, with exports to Spain up 7% and to Italy up 4% year-on-year in Jan–Apr, supported by steady TransMed and Medgaz flows. Energy Geopolitics: An OpEd argues Algeria’s geography is giving it a rare edge as Gulf chokepoints tighten, turning pipelines into strategic assets for Europe. Digital Infrastructure: ZTE says it will build an AI-driven “digital tropical rainforest” ecosystem overseas and has already worked with Alibaba Cloud on data centers in Algeria. Trade & Integration: Algeria is set to host the 4th Intra-African Trade Fair (Sept 4–10), aiming to draw 2,000+ exhibitors and drive deals across sectors including agriculture, industry and energy. Industry Outlook: Algeria’s national AI strategy progress was reviewed, with approval for the Dzair Digital Services portal launch.

Energy Diplomacy: President Abdelmadjid Tebboune ratified an MoU with Azerbaijan to expand cooperation in oil, gas, petrochemicals and green-energy projects, including hydrogen and energy transport, with SOCAR supplying long-term crude volumes to Sonatrach and the deal set for an initial five-year term. Gas Exports: Algeria’s pipeline gas deliveries to Europe rose again in early 2026, with exports to Spain up 7% and to Italy up 4% in Jan–Apr versus last year, supported by steady TransMed and Medgaz flows as Europe diversifies away from Russian supply. Trade & Integration: Algeria will host the 4th Intra-African Trade Fair (Sept 4–10), aiming to boost investment and integration under AfCFTA, with a multi-sector lineup spanning agriculture, industry, energy, transport and startups. Renewables Push: A new cross-border alliance between Egyptian and Algerian industrial players is targeting solar and wind ventures and exploring industrial diversification such as fiber optic cable manufacturing. Infrastructure & Water: A report highlights corrosion risks at Algeria’s water and sewerage pump infrastructure, underscoring the need for inspections and upgrades to prevent service disruptions.

Algeria–Europe Energy: Algeria’s pipeline gas exports to Europe rose again in early 2026, with deliveries to Spain up 7% and to Italy up 4% in Jan–Apr, as European buyers keep diversifying away from Russia. Digital Governance: Algeria reviewed progress on its National AI Strategy and approved the launch plan for the Dzair Digital Services portal, clearing cybersecurity tests and citizen pilots for a rollout of 52 public services. Trade & Integration: Algeria is set to host the 4th Intra-African Trade Fair (Sept 4–10) with a “Gateway to New Opportunities” theme, targeting deals worth over $44bn and featuring sectors from agriculture to energy and startups. Regional Industry Benchmark: A report ranks Morocco among top Arab steel producers with 3.3m tons capacity, while Algeria is listed at 8.7m tons—highlighting the region’s heavy reliance on electric arc furnaces. Security & Mobility: Spanish authorities, with Europol support, arrested nine and dismantled a smuggling network coordinating arrivals from Algeria to Spain, with migrants then routed onward across Europe. Infrastructure Risk: A US report flags corrosion at sewerage pump station discharge bells exposed since 2012, warning of potential pump failures and flooding risk—an example of aging-water infrastructure pressures.

Digital Transformation: Algeria reviewed progress on its National AI Strategy and approved the launch plan for the Dzair Digital Services portal, clearing cybersecurity tests and citizen pilots for an imminent rollout of 52 public services. Energy & Trade Diplomacy: Turkey’s President Erdoğan held talks with Algeria’s Tebboune, focusing on expanding cooperation in trade, energy, and defense industry projects. Security & Cross-Mediterranean Logistics: Spain, with Guardia Civil and Europol support, arrested nine people and dismantled a migrant-smuggling network coordinating arrivals from Algeria to onward routes across Europe. Industrial/Healthcare Business: Recce Pharmaceuticals outlined a proposed 10-year exclusive licensing deal for its R327 topical gel across MENA, including Algeria, targeting diabetic foot infection treatment. Public Services & Infrastructure: Algeria-linked regional coverage also highlights electricity restoration and infrastructure repair efforts after severe storms in the Western Cape, with 84% of affected communities reconnected. Regional Context: Egypt’s trade report places Algeria among top African destinations for Egyptian exports, underscoring continued North Africa commercial integration.

Digital Government Push: Algeria reviewed progress on its National AI Strategy and approved the launch plan for the Dzair Digital Services portal, clearing cybersecurity testing and citizen pilots for an imminent rollout of 52 public services. Energy & Water Infrastructure: SONATRACH-backed plans move ahead with three new solar-powered desalination plants in Tlemcen, Chlef and Mostaganem, each targeted at 300,000 m3/day capacity. Trade Links in North Africa: Egypt’s 2025 trade report shows Libya as Egypt’s top African buyer ($1.5bn) while Algeria ranks second for Egyptian exports to Africa ($1.2bn). Regional Diplomacy: Turkey’s Erdoğan and Algeria’s Tebboune discussed expanding cooperation across trade, energy and defense industry. Security & Migration: Spain and Europol dismantled an Algeria-linked migrant smuggling network, arresting nine suspects and seizing cash, drugs and boats. Health & Pharma (MENA): Recce Pharmaceuticals signed a term sheet for a 10-year exclusive licensing deal for its R327 topical gel covering Saudi Arabia, GCC, Egypt, Algeria and Morocco for diabetic foot infections.

Water Infrastructure: SONATRACH-backed Algerian Desalination Company is moving ahead with three new solar desalination plants in Tlemcen, Chlef and Mostaganem, each targeting 300,000 m3/day, as part of a wider national push for six large facilities. Energy & Trade Links: South Korea signaled deeper energy cooperation with Africa, naming Algeria among major oil producers that could help diversify supply routes amid Middle East disruptions. Agribusiness: Ukraine’s Nibulon resumed corn exports to Algeria, shipping 122,000 tonnes to ONAB in 2025-26, strengthening Algeria’s import options in a competitive global market. Security & Logistics: A Spain-Algeria migrant-smuggling crackdown backed by Europol led to nine arrests in Almería, with cash, hashish, boats and vehicles seized. Health & Pharma (MENA): Recce Pharmaceuticals advanced a proposed 10-year exclusive licensing deal for its R327 topical gel covering Saudi/GCC, Egypt, Algeria and Morocco for diabetic foot infection treatment, pending approvals. Diplomacy: Tanzania reaffirmed ties with Algeria and Zambia as its envoys presented credentials, highlighting cooperation in transport, energy and trade.

Water Security & Infrastructure: SONATRACH-linked projects are moving ahead with three new desalination plants in Ain Adjroud (Tlemcen), Dahra (Chlef) and Sidi Ladjel (Mostaganem), each planned at 300,000 m3/day, as part of a wider national push for six large plants. Agri-Food Trade: Ukrainian exporter Nibulon resumed corn shipments to Algeria, delivering 122,000 tonnes to ONAB in 2025-26, showing Algeria’s continued reliance on diversified grain sources. Energy & Supply Chains: South Korea’s FM says Africa—including Algeria—can help diversify energy supply routes after Strait of Hormuz disruptions, with high-level cooperation aimed at stable crude and petroleum product flows. Industrial Competitiveness: The AfDB’s industrialisation index puts Morocco first in Africa, while Algeria ranks sixth, highlighting where Algeria sits in the region’s manufacturing race. Electricity Exports: Algeria continues electricity exports to Tunisia during summer 2026, reinforcing cross-border power trade as a practical regional energy lever.

Food Security & Trade: Ukraine’s Nibulon resumed corn exports to Algeria, shipping 122,000 tonnes to ONAB in the 2025-26 marketing year—over 80% of Ukrainian corn bought by Algeria this year—highlighting Algeria’s ongoing reliance on major global grain suppliers. Shipping & Logistics: MSC says Africa saw the fastest growth in cargo volumes from Asia in 2025, with Asia-to-Africa shipments up 27%, driven by supply-chain shifts and improving currencies in markets including Algeria. Industrial Policy: The AfDB’s Africa Industrialisation Index puts Morocco first for the first time, with Algeria ranked sixth in 2024—an indicator of where Maghreb industrial momentum is heading. Energy Investment: The IEA reports Africa attracted only 3% of global energy investment in 2026 (about $110bn), despite being home to 20% of the world’s population—fueling pressure for faster grid, storage and renewables buildout. Diplomacy & Regional Coordination: Algeria and Tunisia agreed to hold a meeting soon to strengthen coordination on trade, energy, transport and border security amid Sahel instability and migration pressures. Agriculture & Exports: Algeria’s electricity exports to Tunisia continue through summer 2026, reinforcing cross-border energy interdependence. Mining & Uranium: Niger’s military-backed government renewed political support for Global Atomic’s Dasa uranium project, with talks involving expanding trade links and an export corridor that could intersect regional partners including Algeria.

Energy Investment Gap: The IEA says Africa received just 3% of global energy investment in 2026 (about $110bn), even as the Strait of Hormuz shock reshapes capital flows and accelerates spending on renewables, grids and efficiency. Renewables Push: Algeria is positioning for a post-oil shift, targeting 15GW of renewable capacity by 2035 to cut export dependence on hydrocarbons. Grid & Power Trade: Algeria confirms it will keep electricity exports to Tunisia through summer 2026. Startups & SMEs: The AfDB and Algeria’s Ministry of Knowledge Economy, Startups and Micro-Enterprises pledge deeper support for African startups, including links with Algeria Venture and participation in an African Startup Conference in Algiers. Water & Metering Industry: Sensus International spins out as an independent smart metering firm after Xylem’s sale, keeping manufacturing in Algeria and aiming to reduce water losses and support utility digital upgrades. Health Tech Deal (MENA): Recce Pharmaceuticals moves to commercialise its R327G diabetic-foot gel via a proposed 10-year exclusive licensing deal covering Saudi Arabia, GCC, Egypt, Algeria and Morocco. Diplomacy with Industry Relevance: Tanzania’s ambassador presents credentials in Algiers as cooperation priorities include energy, trade and security.