Algeria Shifts Foreign Policy to Defend Strategic Interests in the Sahel
The Sahel region has become a focal point of geopolitical tensions involving external actors, prompting Algeria to adjust its diplomatic approach. Moving away from a strictly non-interventionist stance, Algeria is now adopting a proactive policy to protect its stability. President Tebboune has identified an axis involving the UAE, Morocco, and Israel, alongside remnants of former colonial powers, as significant threats to regional security. To counter these risks, Algeria has deepened cooperation with Mali, Niger, and Burkina Faso. This strategic shift is grounded in the 2020 Constitution, specifically Article 91, which outlines the procedure for deploying the National People's Army abroad. Consequently, the Algerian Parliament has been convened to discuss and potentially authorize these measures to safeguard the nation's vital interests and sovereignty.
