For decades, Algeria has been viewed primarily through the lens of hydrocarbons. Today, however, Africa’s largest country is telling a far broader story—one defined by economic diversification, infrastructure development, digital transformation and an ambitious drive to attract international investment. Today, that mindset has fundamentally shifted.
The relationship between the United States and the People’s Democratic Republic of Algeria is undergoing a profound commercial renaissance. Driven by deliberate economic reforms from President Abdelmadjid Tebboune — who secured re-election in 2024 with 84.3% of the vote — the country is actively transitioning from a hydrocarbons-dependent system to a modernized, diversified economy.
1st
Largest country in Africa by size
$ 269.3 bn
GDP in 2024
22GW
targeted renewable capacity by 2030
3rd
largest shale gas reserves in the world
Interviews
Interview with H.E. Sabri Boukadoum, Ambassador of Algeria to the United States
“As Algeria, we remain open and optimistic. Our goal is to strengthen bilateral relations with our American partners and contribute to global security. The world is evolving rapidly, but as far as Algeria is concerned, we will engage with the new U.S. administration.”
15 July, 2026
Interview with Sid Ali Zerrouki, Minister of Post and Telecoms, Algeria
"Algeria has abundant energy at very affordable prices. As such, we can be a key AI and technology partner for the US and others in this part of the world. Additionally, Africa has 1.4 billion inhabitants. Assuming only 50% of them use this technology, that still means a market of 700 million people, which is twice the population of the US."
15 July, 2026
