President Abdelmadjid Tebboune, Supreme Commander of the Armed Forces and Minister of National Defense, has appointed Major General Ali Sidane as the new commander of the National Gendarmerie, succeeding Major General Sid Ahmed Bouromana. During the handover ceremony, Chief of Staff of the People's National Army, General Saïd Chanegriha, highlighted the Gendarmerie's vital role in maintaining national security and stability. He urged personnel to prioritize building trust with citizens and to maintain high standards of integrity and training. Major General Sidane, who previously led the Cherchell Military Academy and the 1st Military Region since 2018, faces significant responsibilities. These include combating terrorism, organized crime, and drug trafficking, as well as protecting the nation's borders and strategic areas while ensuring the continuous operational readiness of the force amidst current regional security challenges.