https://www.diplomatie.gouv.fr/en/country-files/algeria/?xtor=RSS-1 Political relations The French-Algerian relationship is unique, because of our deep human and historical ties. The last visit by the French President to Algiers on 6 December 2017 set the tone for a deeper relationship. He wanted to send three messages to our partners: the shared desire to move forward together on remembrance; a call to open up the Algerian economy with support for mutual investment; and the desire for a relationship that better addresses the expectations of young people. (…) en https://www.diplomatie.gouv.fr/local/cache-vignettes/L144xH72/visuel_defaut_une_fd-44916-890bc.jpg?1702480414 https://www.diplomatie.gouv.fr?xtor=RSS-1 https://www.diplomatie.gouv.fr/en/country-files/algeria/news/article/telephone-conversation-between-jean-noel-barrot-minister-for-europe-and-foreign?xtor=RSS-1 Jean-Noël Barrot, Minister for Europe and Foreign Affairs, spoke on the telephone to his Algerian counterpart, Ahmed Attaf, on 15 March 2026. The ministers discussed the main diplomatic issues of common interest in Africa and the Middle East – first and foremost the regional escalation around Iran and the recent high-level discussions on Western Sahara. The ministers talked about the key issues surrounding the relaunch of bilateral cooperation, especially in the areas of security and (…) 2026-03-16 14:25:35 56779_287878 https://www.diplomatie.gouv.fr/en/country-files/algeria/news/article/algeria-confirmation-of-the-sentencing-on-appeal-of-the-journalist-christophe?xtor=RSS-1 France deeply regrets the confirmation of the sentencing on appeal of the French journalist Christophe Gleizes to a seven-year prison term. It deplores the fact that his full cooperation with the Algerian authorities and the explanations provided by his defence were not sufficient to change the verdict. We call for his release and hope for a favourable outcome so that he can quickly rejoin his loved ones. The Ministry for Europe and Foreign Affairs has been closely following our (…) 2025-12-04 12:15:06 56779_286741 https://www.diplomatie.gouv.fr/en/country-files/algeria/news/article/algeria-sentencing-of-boualem-sansal-on-appeal-july-1-2025?xtor=RSS-1 France regrets the upholding, on appeal, of the prison sentence handed down at first instance to our compatriot Boualem Sansal. This decision is both incomprehensible and unjustified. France calls on the Algerian authorities to make a gesture of clemency and find a swift, humanitarian, decent solution to our compatriot's situation, taking into account his state of health and humanitarian considerations. Our wish is for him to be released and given (…) 2025-07-02 15:51:12 56779_284662 https://www.diplomatie.gouv.fr/en/country-files/algeria/news/article/algeria-sentencing-of-christophe-gleizes-june-30-2025?xtor=RSS-1 France deeply regrets the harsh seven-year prison sentence handed down against French journalist Christophe Gleizes. His attorney and supporters have said that he will appeal the decision. The Ministry for Europe and Foreign Affairs has been closely following our compatriot's situation ever since he was arrested in Algeria in May 2024, and he received consular assistance and protection while the judicial control order was in effect. The entire consulate stands ready to assist him and is (…) 2025-06-30 17:15:44 56779_284640 https://www.diplomatie.gouv.fr/en/country-files/algeria/news/article/algeria-q-a-23-05-25?xtor=RSS-1 Q : During a hearing at the National Assembly this week, Ambassador Stéphane Romatet reportedly said that a presidential pardon for writer Boualem Sansal was possible on July 5, Algeria's Independence Day. Can you confirm that information? A : Mr. Romatet's hearing was not public. 2025-05-23 17:15:14 56779_284159 https://www.diplomatie.gouv.fr/en/country-files/algeria/news/article/algeria-summoning-of-the-charge-d-affaires-13-may-2025?xtor=RSS-1 The Ministry for Europe and Foreign Affairs summoned the chargé d'affaires of the Algerian Embassy in Paris on 13 May, following the Algerian authorities' unilateral decision to establish new access conditions to Algerian territory for French public officials holding official, diplomatic or service passports, in violation of the bilateral agreement of 2013. The chargé d'affaires was informed that France will take the same measures with regard to Algeria, in strict reciprocity. France reserves (…) 2025-05-14 11:54:24 56779_284011 https://www.diplomatie.gouv.fr/en/country-files/algeria/news/article/algeria-visit-to-algeria-by-the-minister-for-europe-and-foreign-affairs-7-apr?xtor=RSS-1 M. Jean-Noël Barrot, Minister for Europe and Foreign Affairs, visited Algeria on Sunday 6 April on the invitation of the President of the People's Democratic Republic of Algeria, Mr Abdelmadjid Tebboune, and in the presence of the Algerian Minister of Foreign Affairs, Mr Ahmed Attaf. The visit follows the telephone conversation between the French President and the Algerian President on Monday 31 March, on the occasion of the Eid festival. The Minister for Europe and Foreign Affairs was (…) 2025-04-07 13:50:01 56779_283562 https://www.diplomatie.gouv.fr/en/country-files/algeria/news/article/algeria-q-a-extract-from-the-press-briefing-2-jan-2025?xtor=RSS-1 Q: Algerian President Abdelmajid Tebboune criticized France in his speech this past weekend. Do you have any comment? Specifically, do you have anything to say about his claim that the proposed autonomy plan for the Western Sahara is a French idea, not a Moroccan one? The Algerian president indirectly referenced writer Boualem Sansal, whom he called an imposter sent by France. Do you have any comment ? Do you have any news about his situation ? A: The Algerian President's statements are (…) 2025-01-02 17:36:49 56779_281885 https://www.diplomatie.gouv.fr/en/country-files/algeria/news/article/q-a-algeria-morocco-1-sept-2023?xtor=RSS-1 Q- Can you give us any details about the incident early this week involving French citizens on the border between Morocco and Algeria? Are you in touch with the Algerian authorities? Do you have any comment? Do you have any advice for French citizens about the border between Morocco and Algeria? A- We learned of the death of one of our citizens and the imprisonment of another French national in Algeria. The Minister for Europe and Foreign Affairs' Crisis and Support Center and our (…) 2023-09-01 18:39:31 56779_274950 https://www.diplomatie.gouv.fr/en/country-files/algeria/news/article/algeria-telephone-conversation-between-catherine-colonna-and-her-algerian?xtor=RSS-1 Minister for Europe and Foreign Affairs Catherine Colonna spoke by phone today with her new Algerian counterpart, Ahmed Attaf, Minister of Foreign Affairs and the National Community Abroad. She congratulated her Algerian counterpart on his appointment and offered him her best wishes for success. The conversation between the two ministers follows on from the Algerian President's visit to France in August 2022 and the High-Level Intergovernmental Committee meeting held in Algiers in October (…) 2023-04-04 07:56:26 56779_272343