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Algeria 2026 Bid Round – Repositioning for Global Energy Leadership : The launch of the ALNAFT Bid Round on April 19th, 2026 at 09:30 marks more than a licensing event — it signals a structural shift in Algeria’s upstream strategy. By offering a portfolio of exploration blocks backed by improved subsurface data and a more investor-aligned framework, Algeria is clearly repositioning itself as a competitive and credible destination for long-term energy capital. What stands out is not only the assets themselves, but the evolving approach: • A transition toward data-driven resource evaluation • A more agile and transparent licensing process • A clear intent to de-risk entry for international partners In a global context shaped by energy security concerns, capital discipline, and selective exploration spending, timing is critical. Algeria is leveraging its geological potential and strategic geography to reassert its role as a key supplier to both European and global markets. The real success of this Bid Round will not be measured solely by the number of contracts awarded, but by the quality of partnerships formed, the speed of project execution, and the integration of technology and local value creation. This is not just a bid round. It is a signal: Algeria is back in the exploration game — with a sharper, more strategic edge. #Algeria #Energy #OilAndGas #Upstream #Investment #ALNAFT #EnergyTransition #Strategy Faouzi DJOUDI Infrastructure & Energy Expert 🌐 www.faouzidjoudi-dz.com

Algeria’s economic indicators reflect a resilient market, supported by gradual diversification beyond hydrocarbons and increasing momentum in the private sector. Strengthened public investment and structural reforms contribute to balanced growth across key sectors. Overall performance points to a stable business environment, underpinned by steady domestic demand and improving investor confidence.