Algeria is set to enhance its border control measures with the deployment of 17 new laboratories for sanitary control and product quality. These labs will be strategically located in 10 ports, 7 airports, and land border crossings. The new network aims to streamline conformity checks and improve intersectoral coordination. This development was announced by Yasmina Kemali, Director of Development and Monitoring of Laboratories at the Ministry of Internal Trade and Market Regulation.
The new laboratories will be equipped with accelerated procedures to facilitate swift verification of conformity and optimize logistics. This move is part of a broader effort to strengthen Algeria's sanitary control infrastructure. Recently, the Prime Minister, Sifi Ghrieb, inaugurated two laboratories at Algiers International Airport and Port, constructed by the Ministry of National Defense. These labs represent a significant qualitative addition to the country's economy, contributing to the preservation of citizens' sanitary safety and optimizing the logistics chain.
The two newly inaugurated laboratories were built in record time, with 40 days for the airport lab and 60 days for the port lab. The Prime Minister expressed gratitude to the Ministry of National Defense for their rapid realization, highlighting the collaborative effort involving multiple ministries. The Prime Minister also emphasized the importance of extending the sanitary control device nationwide, as instructed by the President of the Republic, to protect consumers from risks associated with non-compliant imports.
Yasmina Kemali stressed the regulatory aspect, stating that the Justice sector has received strict directives to crack down on the introduction of products harmful to citizens' health and safety. The President had previously instructed the Minister of Justice to take severe action against any infringement of regulations regarding the importation of hazardous products. Currently, Algeria has 42 control laboratories, with plans to increase this number to 58 by 2027.
The new laboratories will be equipped with necessary human resources to safeguard the national economy through Algerian expertise and prevent the entry of goods that may harm citizens' health. The Prime Minister assured that this strategic approach will be generalized to various ports and border posts nationwide to consolidate the protection of the national economy.
The inauguration ceremony for the two laboratories was attended by government members, a representative from the Ministry of National Defense, and local authorities. The Ministry of National Defense played a crucial role in the rapid construction of these laboratories, demonstrating inter-ministerial collaboration.
With the addition of 17 new laboratories, Algeria aims to bolster its sanitary control infrastructure, ensuring better protection for citizens and the national economy. The government's efforts focus on enhancing border control measures, streamlining conformity checks, and improving overall coordination among relevant sectors.
Key points
- Algeria to deploy 17 new sanitary control laboratories nationwide to enhance border control measures.
- The new laboratories will target 10 ports, 7 airports, and land border crossings to streamline conformity checks.
- The number of laboratories is expected to increase to 58 by 2027, up from the current 42.
