Foreign experts and exhibitors at the 13th Africa & Mediterranean Energy & Hydrogen Exhibition and Conference (NAPEC 2025), which concluded Wednesday evening in Oran, praised Algeria’s progress in the energy sector, especially in natural gas, renewable energy and green hydrogen, affirming that the country has all the attributes to become a key player in the continental and global energy transition.
Speaking to APS, on the sidelines of the event, representatives from leading European and Asian energy companies highlighted Algeria’s abundant energy resources, particularly solar and natural gas, positioning it as a vital long-term strategic partner.
German and Italian exhibitors noted that Algeria’s hydrogen capabilities, energy storage potential, strategic location, and advanced energy infrastructure, especially for gas exports, represent significant advantages for strengthening energy connections with Europe and Africa.
For his part, Qi Jian, representing Chinese firm Schengen Group Co Ltd, said that “Algeria demonstrates clear political commitment to diversifying its energy sources and expanding clean energy’s role in the national mix, as shown by current investments and projects in solar and green hydrogen.” Ahmed Adel Ahmed Nasr from Cairo’s Petroleum and Chemical Industries Engineering Company, attending with an Egyptian business delegation, commended “Algeria’s efforts to enhance the investment climate and foster technological partnerships in emerging energy sectors, making it increasingly attractive to foreign investors seeking promising and stable markets.” The exhibition also drew considerable interest from international delegations in Algeria’s green hydrogen projects. A representative from a French clean energy solutions firm said that “Algeria has all the prerequisites to become a major green hydrogen supplier in the near future.” The strong participation of international companies in this major energy event demonstrates that Algeria has become a significant voice in regional and global energy discussions, especially as the world pursues energy security, source diversification and climate goals.
Geoff D. Porter, director general of a North African risk consulting firm, underlined that Algeria ranks among the region’s most appealing energy investment destinations today, owing to its stability, security, regulatory environment and strong commitment to diversifying partnerships.
