The Syndicat National Autonome des Personnels de l'Administration Publique (SNAPAP) has reiterated its demands for improved salaries and benefits for Algerian public administration workers. The union's secretary for information, El-Ayachi Ben El-Mili, announced that they will present their socio-professional demands after the upcoming presidential election. This decision aims to preserve the country's stability during a sensitive period.
The SNAPAP has been actively involved in Algeria's popular social movement against the existing system. Ben El-Mili expressed frustration with the government's inaction on their demands, which include a salary increase and improved purchasing power for workers. He emphasized that the union's demands are legitimate and necessary to address the difficulties faced by public administration employees.
The union's primary demands include increasing the minimum wage from 18,000 DA to 30,000 DA and raising the index point value from 45 DA to 80 DA. They also request the implementation of Executive Decree No. 05-09, which concerns parity commissions and hygiene and safety officials. According to Ben El-Mili, these commissions are often non-existent or inactive in many establishments.
In addition to salary increases, the SNAPAP demands the granting of a southern allowance, revision of the special status of workers, and the definitive abolition of Article 87 bis of the law. The union also seeks to maintain the proportional retirement system and retirement without age conditions. Ben El-Mili argued that the current retirement law does not support employment policy and does not help alleviate youth unemployment.
The SNAPAP also requests an increase in family allowances to 1,500 DA per child and a home allowance for women of 3,000 DA. Ben El-Mili denounced the repression of union freedoms and emphasized the union's support for the legitimate demands of the people. He called on the population to mobilize around the People's National Army (ANP), which has maintained stability and security in the country.
The union rejects any foreign interference in Algeria's internal affairs. According to Ben El-Mili, the ANP has played a crucial role in maintaining stability and security. The SNAPAP's demands reflect the concerns of public administration workers who struggle to make ends meet.
The SNAPAP's decision to present its demands after the presidential election reflects its commitment to preserving national stability. The union's proposals aim to address the challenges faced by Algerian workers and promote social and economic improvements.
Key points
- The SNAPAP demands salary increases and improved benefits for Algerian public administration workers.
- The union requests the implementation of Executive Decree No. 05-09 and the granting of a southern allowance.
- The SNAPAP rejects foreign interference in Algeria's internal affairs and supports the role of the ANP in maintaining stability.
