Algerian Prime Minister Nadir Larbaoui unveiled on Monday a cabinet reshuffle, marking significant changes, including the appointment of the influential Chief of Staff, General Said Chengriha, as Delegate for National Defense. Key new appointments were also made in the Ministries of Justice and Industry.
Nadir Larbaoui © AMS
Algerian Prime Minister Nadir Larbaoui unveiled on Monday a cabinet reshuffle, marking significant changes, including the appointment of the influential Chief of Staff, General Said Chengriha, as Delegate for National Defense. Key new appointments were also made in the Ministries of Justice and Industry.
The reshuffle follows the reappointment of Prime Minister Larbaoui by President Abdelmadjid Tebboune, who renewed his trust in the Prime Minister after accepting his symbolic resignation—a procedural formality following the presidential election on September 7, which resulted in Tebboune’s re-election at the age of 79.
The presidency confirmed that Larbaoui, who has served as Prime Minister for approximately a year, was instructed to "continue his duties" before announcing the reshuffle. While many key ministers retained their portfolios, some notable changes were introduced.
Key Appointments and Changes
Several high-profile ministers have retained their positions, including:
At 75, Prime Minister Larbaoui brings extensive diplomatic experience to his role. He has previously served as Algeria’s Permanent Representative to the United Nations and held ambassadorial roles multiple times.
Before becoming Prime Minister on November 11, 2023, he was appointed as President Tebboune's Chief of Staff in March 2023.
This cabinet reshuffle reflects President Tebboune’s strategy to maintain stability while introducing fresh leadership in certain sectors to drive reform and efficiency.
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