The third edition of the Algerian Blouza Festival took place on Friday at the Oran Media Library, an initiative led by the "Helm Echabab" association. The event celebrated the diversity of this traditional garment while bolstering efforts to secure its recognition as UNESCO world heritage. Craftspeople and fashion designers from various provinces, including Tlemcen, Mascara, and Mostaganem, displayed a wide array of styles, highlighting the unique regional artistry behind each piece. Oran’s Director of Culture and Arts, Bouchra Salhi, emphasized the Ministry’s active role in the candidacy of the Oranian blouza for UNESCO, calling for a collective effort to safeguard this material and immaterial legacy and ensure it remains a vibrant part of the nation's cultural identity for years to come.