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Ya Biladi
a day ago
- Politics
- Ya Biladi
Morocco and Algeria allies clash in PARLACEN over Western Sahara issue
The Central American Parliament (PARLACEN) recently became the scene of a diplomatic standoff between allies of Morocco and Algeria. During a plenary session held on May 28 in Panama City, José Antonio Zepeda, vice president of PARLACEN's leftist group and representative of Nicaragua, a country with longstanding ties to the so-called «Sahrawi Arab Democratic Republic (SADR)» read out a declaration of support for the «SADR». The text described the entity as the «sole and legitimate representative of the Sahrawi people», claiming it is backed by the African Union and over 80 countries worldwide. The declaration also praised «the diplomatic and political efforts of the Polisario Front, its legitimate political organization», aimed at implementing the 1991 Peace Agreement that calls for a self-determination referendum. It urged the international community to enforce the agreement and allow the Sahrawi people to freely determine their future. The statement, aligned with Algeria's position on the Sahara, drew sharp criticism from Guatemalan lawmakers. On June 12, thirteen PARLACEN members from Guatemala issued a counter-declaration in support of Morocco's territorial integrity. In their response, the MPs expressed «gratitude to the Kingdom of Morocco as a friendly state and strategic partner of PARLACEN, committed to peace, development, and cooperation among nations». They also called on PARLACEN's presidency to ensure that institutional statements reflect the legitimate consensus of all members and are not used to promote individual ideological agendas, in order to preserve the forum's credibility and neutrality. The political tug-of-war between Morocco and Algeria-aligned camps within PARLACEN appears to be escalating. This week, a delegation of Nicaraguan MPs who sit in PARLACEN arrived in Algiers for a visit. On Tuesday, they met with Mohamed Khouane, president of the Foreign Affairs, Community Affairs, and Cooperation Committee of Algeria's National People's Assembly (APN). According to the Nicaraguan delegation, the visit aimed to «initiate political and diplomatic dialogue with the Algerian National People's Assembly». The lawmakers were also received at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs by the Secretary of State in charge of the Algerian community abroad. Talks reportedly focused on «strengthening friendship and cooperation between Algeria and PARLACEN, with the goal of creating a new dynamic in parliamentary relations and joint initiatives with member states of this regional legislative body», according to a statement by Algerian diplomacy. For context, Algeria's lower house signed a memorandum of understanding with PARLACEN on December 4, 2024, in Panama City. PARLACEN includes six member states: El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras, Nicaragua, Panama, and the Dominican Republic. Algeria also holds observer status in the Latin American and Caribbean Parliament (Parlatino) since September 2024. Despite Algeria's push, Morocco enjoys significant support within PARLACEN. On May 2, during a visit to Laâyoune, the body's president, Carlos René Hernández, publicly reaffirmed the Moroccan identity of the Sahara.
El Chorouk
03-06-2025
- Business
- El Chorouk
Sixth Algerian-Italian Summit To Be Held Soon in Rome
The sixth high-level bilateral summit between Italy and Algeria will soon be held in Rome, the Italian Ambassador to Algeria, Alberto Cutillo, said. Ambassador Cutillo emphasised that Algeria 'has been and will remain a distinguished partner for his country.' He described the relationship between the two countries as 'a true friendship that remains alive even in the most difficult moments.' He confirmed that the Italian-Algerian relationship is based on dialogue, mutual trust, shared roots, and a unified vision for the future. He noted that Algeria plays a pivotal role within the framework of the Italian government's Mattei Plan for Africa. The Italian diplomat's announcement was made during a celebration organised by his country's embassy in Algiers on Monday evening to mark the 79th anniversary of the founding of the Italian Republic, 'Republic Day'. The ceremony was held at the ambassador's residence. It was attended by the Minister of Industry, Sifi Ghrieb, and the Vice-Presidents of the National People's Assembly and the Council of the Nation, Monder Bouden and Rabah Baghali, along with some ambassadors and diplomats accredited to Algeria, representatives of the Italian community, and Italian institutions active in Algeria. The Italian ambassador noted that the sixth bilateral summit between Algeria and Italy will be held in Rome, adding that it will be organised in light of the two countries' desire to build an equal partnership based on mutual respect and shared benefit. In his address, Cutillo recalled that on June 2, 1946, the Italian people elected a republic, which represents a powerful symbolic milestone. For the first time, Italian women were called to the polls. He described it as 'a day of freedom, democracy, and participation that continues to inspire the present and the future.' The ambassador also highlighted Algeria's pivotal role within the framework of the 'Mattei Plan for Africa' in strengthening the partnership between the two shores of the Mediterranean, emphasizing that this initiative represents a model of 'an equal partnership that imposes nothing, but is built jointly, based on respect and mutual benefit.' He concluded that the areas of energy, innovation, infrastructure, culture, training, and agriculture represent the pillars of bilateral cooperation, supported by tangible dynamism from institutions, universities, and civil society in both countries.
El Chorouk
14-05-2025
- Politics
- El Chorouk
Algerian State Supports the Implementation of Capital Punishment for Drug Barons
The Algerian state is determined to wage a relentless war against drug gangs and to combat this crime, thanks to its dedicated men, Minister of Justice, Keeper of the Seals, Lotfi Boudjemaa, said on Tuesday evening in Algiers in response to the MPs of the National People's Assembly concerns regarding the draft drug prevention law. The Minister explained that 'the situation is dangerous. Although this is a war against Algeria, the country is determined, thanks to its loyal men from the security forces and the National People's Army, to eradicate drug gangs', adding that 'the sword of justice will reach and cut off the heads of these gangs.' The Minister attributed the recent amendment of the law on the prevention of narcotic drugs and psychotropic substances to the dangerous spread of this phenomenon, which necessitated its reconsideration and 'putting an end to this crime through deterrent measures.' He recalled the massive quantities of hallucinogenic pills seized in various parts of the country. In this context, and regarding introducing the death penalty, the Minister of Justice stated that Algeria, 'as a state, has the sovereignty to make any decision to combat crime according to the perspective it deems appropriate.' Given the gravity of the situation, the Algerian state has deemed it 'necessary to implement this penalty.' Regarding the proposal to require negative medical tests for drug and psychotropic substance use in applicants for recruitment competitions, Boudjemaa confirmed that the goal of this measure is to 'take care of those concerned in the event of positive results,' with the measure being referred to the competent authority to determine how to implement it. In the same context, the Minister of Justice confirmed that all wilayas include addiction treatment centers, and that, in implementation of the instructions of President Abdelmadjid Tebboune, 'four more modern centers will be built to care for drug victims.' Regarding the financial incentives for whistleblowers included in the draft law, the minister stated that Algeria is the only Arab country to adopt this measure. He noted that it involves providing a financial incentive to anyone who contributes information that leads to positive results, and that 'any information intended to implicate someone bears full responsibility.' Regarding the possibility of resorting to closing hotels, the Minister explained that the article 'addresses the hotel owner or person in charge who has used the place a centrer for drug trafficking.' In response to the MPs' questions, the Minister of Justice also addressed the issue of promoting drug use through any means (songs,… etc), reiterating that promoting any crime is punishable by law. In another context, Boudjemaa urged people not to be swayed by unverified news and information, noting that if the public needs to be informed about a case, 'the public prosecutor's offices provide the information via press releases.' The Minister of Justice, Keeper of the Seals, provided clarifications regarding the information recently circulated on social media about the rape of '40 kids in Oran (western Algeria)' by one individual, and the arrest of a ministry employee in possession of a quantity of drugs and mobile phones.
Times of Oman
03-05-2025
- Politics
- Times of Oman
His Majesty's Algeria visit to boost bilateral relations
Algiers: A number of parliamentarians, academics, analysts and media figures of Algeria have underlined the importance of the state visit His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik today to Algeria. The visit coincides with economic and political developments at the international level and will require economic cooperation between the countries coupled with the exchange of views on political issues. Dr. Ali Mohammed Rabiej, an academic and member of the parliament, said that the visit would have a remarkable impact on the relations between the two countries as it tackles a number of issues related between the Arab countries, including the Palestinian cause, in addition to bilateral investments and exchange of expertise between the two countries. He said that the visit would boost the partnership and would drive the joint cooperation to wider horizon. Dr. Zuhair Bu Omama, Professor of political sciences and international relations, expressed his delight along with the people Algeria over the visit of His Majesty to Algeria. He said that His Majesty's visit reflects strong brotherly relations between the two countries which have remarkable contributions at the regional and international arena. He said that the two countries have contributed to resolving a number of crises at the regional and international level. He added that the relentless efforts of the Sultanate of Oman have contributed to resolving crises in the region. He also pointed out to the keenness of the leaders of the two countries for boosting consultation and cooperation which makes their relation an example for the the Arab countries. He said that the visit would provide the leaders of the two countries with the opportunity to exchange views on key regional and international issues. Amroun Mohammed, Chairman of the Foreign Affairs, International Cooperation and Algerian Community Abroad Committee at the National People's Assembly, said that the visit of His Majesty to Algeria comes within less than a year from the visit of Algerian President Abdelmadjid Tebboune to the Sultanate of Oman. He said that the visit of His Majesty to Algeria reaffirms the success of the visit of Algerian President Abdelmadjid Tebboune to the Sultanate of Oman. Journalist and researcher Ghadir Siham said that the visit of His Majesty to Algeria is a historic visit and the first of its type since 52 years. She said that the relations between the two countries saw unprecedented developments represented by the exchanged commutations and visits between the officials from the two countries. Faisal Sarai, Chief Editor of Algeria's Al Youm newspaper said that the relations between the two countries saw the signing of many agreements in the field of energy among other fields. Widad Al Hajj, editor in Chief of Al Wasat newspaper said that the visit of His Majesty is an opportunity for development of the relations between the two countries in the various fields. Media figure, Abdulghani Khafash said that the relations between the two countries was established on mutual respect and common views on a number of key issues. Other media persons spoke on the significance of the visit of Algerian President Abdelmadjid Tebboune to the Sultanate of Oman and his accompanying delegation; the development and the security and stability in the Sultanate of Oman , the Sultanate's foreign policy established on mutual respect and the horizons of development of the relations between the Sultanate of Oman and Algeria among other issues.
Ya Biladi
21-04-2025
- Politics
- Ya Biladi
Algeria adopts draft law on general mobilization amid regional tensions
On Sunday, April 20, Algerian President Abdelmadjid Tebboune chaired a cabinet meeting marked by the adoption of a draft law on general mobilization. According to a government statement, the legislation aims to «define the provisions related to the organization, preparation, and implementation of general mobilization, as stipulated in Article 99 of the Constitution». This article states that «after consulting the High Security Council, the President of the Council of the Nation, and the President of the National People's Assembly, the President of the Republic may declare a general mobilization during a cabinet meeting». In the Algerian Constitution, published in the Official Journal on December 30, 2020, this measure is preceded by the proclamation of a state of emergency (Article 98) and the declaration of war (Article 100). Lately, political parties and religious figures have urged Algerians to rally around the «state institutions» to «confront enemy forces». These calls come amid a worsening crisis with Mali, which has persisted for two years and escalated after the Algerian army shot down a Malian drone on April 1. It's worth noting that Bamako hosted the first meeting of the Chiefs of Staff of the Air Forces of the Sahel States Alliance (AES)—comprising Mali, Niger, and Burkina Faso—from April 13 to 17.
