AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 hours agoDigital Algeria Push: Algeria has approved progress on its National AI Strategy and cleared the Dzair Digital Services portal for launch, aiming to roll out 52 public services after cybersecurity testing and citizen pilots. World Cup Spotlight (Algeria in the mix): Lionel Messi has been named captain of Argentina for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, with Argentina opening against Algeria in Kansas City; the squad also includes key returnees like Emiliano Martínez and De Paul, while Franco Mastantuono is left out. Migration Crackdown: Spain and Europol-backed police say they dismantled a migrant-smuggling network moving people from Algeria to Spain, arresting nine suspects in Almería. Trade Watch: Egypt’s 2025 exports to Africa show Libya as top buyer ($1.5bn), while Algeria ranks second among African destinations for Egyptian exports ($1.2bn). Health Policy Angle: A new “Path to Smoke-Free” ranking says Kenya lags on affordability and access to less harmful alternatives, even as it has a regulatory framework for products like nicotine pouches.
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