Algerian President Abdelmadjid Tebboune chaired a Council of Ministers meeting focused on revising the special status and compensation regime for civil protection personnel, as well as digital interoperability between state institutions and a review of the 2026 harvest season. The meeting began with a review of government activities over the past two weeks, followed by instructions and guidance from the President. He praised the progress of compensation efforts for victims of August's wildfires, particularly in Jijel, the most affected province.
President Tebboune ordered the government to complete any remaining compensation operations as soon as possible. He expressed his hope that the government's solidarity efforts and popular support had helped alleviate the suffering of those affected by the wildfires in certain provinces. The President emphasized that the state had stood and would continue to stand by its citizens who were victims of the disasters. This move demonstrates the government's commitment to supporting those affected by natural disasters.
On the sidelines of the meeting, President Tebboune decided to subsidize the cost of Hajj this year, fixing it at 82 million centimes for all pilgrims. This decision aims to offset the increase in Hajj costs, which rose by around 7 million centimes this season. The President made this decision following a proposal from the Minister of Religious Affairs and Wakfs. This subsidy will help Algerian pilgrims perform their religious duties without financial burden.
The President also addressed the issue of digitalization and interconnection between public institutions and bodies. He ordered the development of a presidential decree on a secure digital interoperability plan and the roles of sectoral institutions, including representation from relevant sectors, under the supervision of the Minister and High Commissioner for Digitalization. This plan aims to enhance data exchange and protection between institutions.
President Tebboune emphasized the need to extend digital interoperability between provinces to facilitate the registration of local data in a more fluid manner, with maximum protection of citizens' data. This move is expected to improve the efficiency of public services and enhance data security. The President's instructions highlight the importance of digital transformation in Algeria's public sector.
In addition to these decisions, President Tebboune focused on the civil protection personnel, including salary increases and revisions to their special status. The President's move aims to improve the working conditions and benefits of these personnel, who play a critical role in emergency response and disaster management. This decision is expected to boost morale and motivation among civil protection personnel.
The President's decisions demonstrate his commitment to improving the lives of Algerian citizens, whether through economic support, public service enhancement, or personnel welfare. The implementation of these decisions will be closely watched, as they have the potential to positively impact various aspects of Algerian society. The President's efforts to address the needs of citizens and improve public services are ongoing.
Key points
- President Tebboune restores rights of civil protection personnel, including salary increases and revisions to their special status.
- The President subsidizes the cost of Hajj at 82 million centimes for all pilgrims.
- A presidential decree will be developed to implement a secure digital interoperability plan between state institutions.
