Brahim Merad, Minister of State and Minister of the Interior, presided over the official installation of Mohamed Meziane as the new Wali of Béjaïa on Thursday, following the recent partial reshuffle ordered by President Abdelmadjid Tebboune. During the event, the Minister emphasized a shift away from bureaucratic processes toward results-oriented management, stressing that citizens' needs are the top priority. He outlined key strategic projects for the region, including the final section of the highway link, the Tala Hamza zinc and lead mine development, airport expansion, and the construction of the new university hospital (CHU). Newly appointed Wali Mohamed Meziane pledged to prioritize proximity, transparency, and collaborative governance, urging all local stakeholders to work together to meet the region's development goals.