President Abdelmadjid Tebboune Unveils Government Reshuffle

BY: Dr. Hana Saada

Algiers, Algeria | November 18th, 2024 — In a decisive move aimed at bolstering governance and steering Algeria towards its ambitious socio-economic objectives, President Abdelmadjid Tebboune enacted a comprehensive government reshuffle on Monday. The announcement followed the formal resignation of the existing government, led by Prime Minister Mohamed Nadir Larbaoui, who was reappointed to lead the new cabinet with a renewed mandate.

The Presidency of the Republic confirmed the changes in a detailed statement, emphasizing that the reshuffle aligns with the President’s vision to enhance national development, improve public service delivery, and solidify Algeria’s position on the regional and international stage.

Here is the full list:

A Renewed Cabinet with Strategic Appointments

After consulting with Prime Minister Larbaoui, President Tebboune unveiled a new cabinet composed of seasoned policymakers and experts in their respective fields. The appointments reflect a commitment to continuity, innovation, and the need for specialized governance to address Algeria’s evolving challenges.

Prime Minister

• Mr. Mohamed Nadir Larbaoui

Minister Delegate to the Minister of National Defense, Chief of Staff of the People’s National Army

• Mr. Saïd Chanegriha

Minister of State, Minister of Foreign Affairs and National Community Abroad

• Mr. Ahmed Attaf

Minister of State, Minister of Energy, Mines, and Renewable Energies

• Mr. Mohamed Arkab

Minister of Interior, Local Authorities, and Regional Planning 

• Mr. Brahim Merad

Minister of Justice, Keeper of the Seals (replacing Mr. Abderrachid Tabi, assigned to other duties)

• Mr. Lotfi Boudjemaa

Minister of Finance

• Mr. Laaziz Faid

Minister of Mujahideen and Rights Holders

• Mr. Laïd Rebiga

Minister of Religious Affairs and Wakfs

• Mr. Youcef Belmehdi

Minister of Higher Education and Scientific Research

• Mr. Kamel Baddari

Minister of National Education

• Mr. Mohamed Seghir Saâdaoui

Minister of Vocational Training and Education

• Mr. Yacine El-Mahdi Oualid

Minister of Culture and Arts

• Mr. Zouhir Ballalou

Minister of Youth, in charge of the Supreme Council for Youth

• Mr. Mustapha Hidaoui

Minister of Sports

• Mr. Walid Sadi

Minister of Post and Telecommunications

• Mr. Sid Ali Zerrouki

Minister of National Solidarity, Family, and Women’s Affairs

• Mrs. Soraya Mouloudji

Minister of Industry

• Mr. Sifi Ghrieb

Minister of Agriculture, Rural Development, and Fisheries

• Mr. Youcef Cherfa

Minister of Housing, Urban Planning, and the City

• Mr. Mohamed Tarek Belaribi

Minister of Foreign Trade and Export Promotion

• Mr. Mohamed Boukhari

Minister of Domestic Trade and Market Regulation

• Mr. Tayeb Zitouni

Minister of Communication

• Mr. Mohamed Meziane

Minister of Public Works and Basic Infrastructure

• Mr. Lakhdar Rekhroukh

Minister of Water Resources

• Mr. Taha Derbal

Minister of Transport (replacing Mr. Mohamed El Habib Zahana, assigned to other duties)

• Mr. Saïd Sayoud

Minister of Tourism and Handicrafts

• Mrs. Houria Meddahi

Minister of Health

• Mr. Abdelhak Saihi

Minister of Labor, Employment, and Social Security

• Mr. Fayçal Bentaleb

Minister of Relations with Parliament

• Mrs. Kaoutar Krikou

Minister of Environment and Quality of Life

• Mrs. Nadjiba Djilali

Minister of Knowledge Economy, Start-ups, and Micro-Enterprises

• Mr. Noureddine Ouadah

Minister Delegate to the Minister of Industry, in charge of Pharmaceutical Production

• Mr. Fouad Hadji

Secretary of State to the Minister of Foreign Affairs, in charge of the National Community Abroad

• Mr. Sofiane Chaib

Secretary of State to the Minister of Foreign Affairs, in charge of African Affairs

• Mrs. Selma Bakhta Mansouri

Secretary of State to the Minister of Energy, in charge of Mines

• Mrs. Karima Tafer

Secretary of State to the Minister of Energy, in charge of Renewable Energies

• Mr. Noureddine Yassaa

Secretary General of the Government

• Mr. Yahia Boukhari

This list was announced by the spokesperson of the Presidency of the Republic, Mr. Samir Aggoune.

President Tebboune’s appointments signify a clear push for Algeria to strengthen its regional influence, with expanded responsibilities for ministries handling African affairs and international trade, including the newly created Secretary of State positions for African Affairs (Selma Bakhta Mansouri) and Community Abroad (Sofiane Chaib).

A Commitment to Transparency and National Development

This government reshuffle marks a pivotal moment for Algeria, reflecting President Tebboune’s unwavering commitment to addressing national challenges, enhancing governance, and ensuring that Algeria remains a driving force in Africa and beyond. The cabinet’s new composition is expected to accelerate the implementation of key initiatives, ranging from economic reform to infrastructure modernization and diplomatic engagement.

 

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