President Tebboune Affirms Algeria’s Commitment to Activate, Strengthen APRM

ADDIS ABABA – On Friday, at the headquarters of the African Union (AU) in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, Algeria President Abdelmadjid Tebboune reaffirmed Algeria’s commitment to activating and enhancing the African Peer Review Mechanism (APRM) to address various challenges, particularly the promotion of the rule of law, the fight against corruption, and the advancement of social justice and human rights.

In his speech at the opening of the 34th Summit of Heads of State and Government of the APRM, where he serves as the chair of the Mechanism, the President stated, “Algeria, as a founding member of this Mechanism, is dedicated to ensuring its activation in addressing the various challenges, especially those related to the promotion of the rule of law, combating corruption, and fostering social justice and human rights.”

“The obstacles we face require us to work together in a spirit of solidarity and responsibility to overcome the difficulties that hinder the APRM’s ability to fulfill its noble objectives,” emphasized the President, adding that “this APRM meeting reflects our dedication to advancing our continent’s journey towards upholding the principles of good governance and sustainable development.”

Today’s meeting “occurs within a critical context marked by escalating challenges that impede good governance in Africa,” the President clarified, noting that this Summit represents “a significant milestone in strengthening collective action and reinforcing the foundations of stability and prosperity across Africa.”

“This gathering is a vital step in enhancing the role of the Mechanism as an operational framework for promoting governance and continuing efforts to find sustainable solutions to the challenges faced by countries on the continent,” the President further remarked, stressing that “through our collective commitment, we can establish institutions capable of achieving balanced development and ensuring the prosperity of the peoples of Africa.”

“Our presence at this meeting underscores our belief that the APRM is an essential tool for realizing the goals of Agenda 2063,” he stated, adding that it has become “a crucial mechanism for strengthening good governance and has demonstrated over recent years not only to be a formal framework but also an effective tool for reviewing policies and enhancing structural reforms that promote stability and development across our African continent.”

Addressing the “critical financial situation facing this African mechanism due to delays in contributions from certain member states, which have impacted the implementation of its programs and activities,” the President urged member states to “meet their financial obligations by settling outstanding payments or making voluntary contributions according to each country’s capacities.”

“In this context, and in light of Algeria’s commitment to supporting the APRM and enabling it to fulfill its missions, my country has decided to make a voluntary contribution of one million dollars to support the evaluation process and implement its conclusions,” the President affirmed.

Additionally, it is important to highlight that this summit of the MAEP includes “essential clauses,” particularly the review of the “2025 periodic report on governance in Africa,” which will focus on the management of the continent’s natural resources. The agenda also encompasses an examination of a strategic plan for the mechanism covering the period from 2025 to 2028.

The President of the Republic emphasized that “Algeria will continue to be an active partner in supporting this mechanism and strengthening its role within the African Union,” urging member states to “combine their efforts to achieve common objectives.”

He noted that the establishment of the African Rating Agency, whose creation has been announced, “represents a significant milestone in the development of Africa’s economy and will have a wholly positive impact on its nations.”

The President welcomed the formation of this agency, underscoring the necessity to “collaborate to ensure its credibility.”

In his address, the President expressed gratitude to Ethiopian President Sahle-Work Zewde for the warm reception he received, as well as to Mauritania’s President Mohamed Ould Cheikh El-Ghazaouani, the current chairperson of the African Union (AU), and the AU Commission Chair for “their efforts and contributions to the AU.”

Several heads of state and government, who are members of this African mechanism, participated in the summit alongside officials from various AU structures and institutions.

The Algerian delegation included State Minister, Minister of Foreign Affairs and National Community Abroad Ahmed Attaf, Minister of Health Abdelhak Saihi, and Minister of Environment and Quality of Life Nadjiba Djilali, as well as Secretary of State to the Minister of Foreign Affairs, in charge of African Affairs. Also present were Algeria’s Permanent Representative to the United Nations, Amar Bendjama, and Algeria’s Ambassador to Ethiopia, Salma Malika Haddadi.