Algerian President Abdelmadjid Tebboune chaired a meeting of the Council of Ministers, where he addressed various key issues. The meeting began with a presentation by the Prime Minister on the government's activities over the past two weeks. President Tebboune commended the rapid pace of compensation procedures for victims of fires, particularly in the most affected region of Jijel. He expressed gratitude to all government members, especially those directly involved in this process.
The President instructed the government to complete any remaining compensation procedures as soon as possible. He also reiterated his condolences to citizens affected by fires in various regions, emphasizing the government's commitment to standing by them. Furthermore, President Tebboune decided to support Hajj costs for Algerian pilgrims, capping the expenses at 82 million centimes per person, despite a significant increase this season.
President Tebboune addressed the issue of digital connectivity between state institutions and agencies. He ordered the preparation of a presidential decree concerning a secure digital connectivity plan, outlining the roles of sectoral institutions and representation. The President emphasized the need for digital connectivity between states to facilitate the registration of local data while ensuring maximum protection for citizens' information.
The President turned his attention to the basic law and compensation system for civil protection service employees. He expressed gratitude to these personnel for their dedication and considered it essential to review their basic law in light of climate change and emerging risks. President Tebboune ordered a comprehensive raise in salaries for civil protection service employees through a review of the indicative points for salaries.
The review of the basic law will also involve revising the rank scale to match the specific tasks of administrative and field personnel. President Tebboune emphasized the need to value the compensations for field personnel and their families. Additionally, he stressed the importance of continuous training for civil protection service employees throughout their careers to maintain high efficiency and readiness.
President Tebboune also covered the 2025 and 2026 harvest and threshing season. He instructed the relevant minister to prepare a monthly newsletter and tasked governors with closely monitoring production rates and quantities of various grains. The President emphasized the need for immediate digitalization of the agricultural product payment system and close collaboration with the National Institute of Statistics.
The President concluded the Council of Ministers meeting, having addressed various critical issues. The decisions made aim to improve the efficiency and readiness of the civil protection service, enhance agricultural productivity, and support citizens affected by fires.
Key points
- Algerian President Abdelmadjid Tebboune orders a comprehensive raise in salaries for civil protection service employees.
- The President instructs a review of the basic law and compensation system for civil protection service employees.
- President Tebboune decides to support Hajj costs for Algerian pilgrims, capping expenses at 82 million centimes per person.
