President Tebboune Charts the Path for Inclusive National Dialogue: A Vision for Democratic Consolidation

BY: Dr. Hana Saada

Algiers, Algeria | January 15th, 2025 — President Abdelmadjid Tebboune has embarked on a historic initiative aimed at laying the foundation for a comprehensive and inclusive national dialogue, reaffirming his commitment to deepening Algeria’s democratic framework and fortifying national cohesion. The launch of these high-level consultations, pivotal for Algeria’s political evolution, was marked by successive meetings with key political figures, including the head of the National Democratic Rally (RND), Mustapha Yahi, and the president of the Movement of Society for Peace (MSP), Abdelali Hassani Cherif.

The series of political consultations commenced last week when President Tebboune received RND Secretary General Mustapha Yahi, followed by a meeting on Monday with MSP leader Abdelali Hassani Cherif and his accompanying delegation. These encounters signal the President’s unwavering commitment to fostering genuine dialogue across the national political spectrum, as part of his vision for a participatory and sovereign Algeria.

A Dialogue Rooted in National Unity and Stability

Following the audience, the MSP president described the discussions as “fruitful,” emphasizing the importance of bolstering internal unity amid external attempts to destabilize Algeria. “This type of meeting will empower the political class to unify in defense of national issues,” Hassani Cherif asserted.

President Tebboune has repeatedly underscored the necessity of calm and stability as prerequisites for meaningful national dialogue, stressing that the process must transcend superficial rhetoric and avoid political bargaining. Speaking before the two chambers of Parliament in a special session, the Head of State reaffirmed that the national dialogue would be “profound, inclusive, and reflective of Algeria’s internal challenges.” He further clarified that the initiative was part of his electoral commitments aimed at solidifying the nation’s democratic foundations.

Concrete Reforms for a Strengthened Democracy

Key elements of the dialogue agenda include pivotal legislative reforms to enhance citizens’ rights, as enshrined in the 2020 Constitution and the Organic Law on Political Parties and Associations. President Tebboune highlighted the ongoing development of the Municipal and Wilaya Codes, currently undergoing parliamentary enrichment, as instrumental steps towards the realization of grassroots democracy and the reinforcement of institutional integrity.

By addressing these structural reforms, Tebboune envisions the dialogue as an avenue for collective decision-making, aiming to “pave together the path our nation will follow towards the consolidation of genuine democracy—not one of slogans, but one that returns sovereignty to those who deserve it.”

A Strategic Vision Against External Pressures

The national dialogue is unfolding against a backdrop of mounting external pressures on Algeria’s institutions, particularly the judiciary. This context has added urgency to Tebboune’s initiative, which he positions as a defense mechanism for national sovereignty. Mustapha Yahi, leader of the RND, praised the President’s “genuine commitment to working for a strong and sovereign Algeria” while emphasizing recent threats to Algeria’s constitutional institutions.

President Tebboune’s approach underscores a long-term vision for national resilience through inclusivity, stability, and democratic consolidation. He has vowed to engage all segments of society—political entities, economic actors, and youth representatives—to ensure the dialogue represents a cross-section of the Algerian people’s aspirations.

A Roadmap for the Future: Genuine Democracy in Action

Following his re-election for a second presidential term, President Tebboune made it clear that the national dialogue would be central to his governance approach. Announcing the initiative during his inauguration on September 17, he committed to launching a comprehensive consultative process aimed at establishing a “true democracy, one that restores sovereignty to the people.”

He further clarified that the dialogue process would commence in late 2025 or early 2026, following the completion of legislative reforms pertaining to the restructuring of key state institutions, including the finalization of the Municipal and Wilaya Codes.

This landmark initiative signals a turning point in Algeria’s political trajectory, with the President determined to build a national consensus grounded in unity, sovereignty, and democratic progress. As the consultations progress, all eyes will be on whether this dialogue can translate into lasting institutional reforms and a strengthened national front against both internal and external challenges.

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