Abdelaziz Bouteflika

French President Macron says time to move on from Algeria's colonial past

President Emmanuel Macron visited Algeria on Wednesday where he pressed for a new chapter in relations and said he would not be held hostage by France`s colonial past, in remarks published by a local newspaper. 

Dec 06, 2017, 19:59 PM IST

Algeria's ruling FLN, allies win majority in parliament: Ministry

Algeria's ruling National Liberation Front or FLN party and its main allies won a majority in a parliamentary election overshadowed by the financial crunch from lower oil prices and questions over President Abdelaziz Bouteflika`s health.

May 05, 2017, 17:17 PM IST

Algeria President makes video appearance after month of health rumours

In a video broadcast on Sunday on state television, Algerian President Abdelaziz Bouteflika was seen receiving his minister of Africa and Arab Affairs.

Mar 20, 2017, 09:41 AM IST

Algeria's Bouteflika replaces energy, finance ministers

Algeria's President Abdelaziz Bouteflika replaced the energy and finance ministers today in a surprise reshuffle a year after they were appointed.

Jun 12, 2016, 03:35 AM IST

Algeria builds giant mosque as `blow` to Islamists

Algeria is building one of the world`s largest mosques which officials say will serve as a buffer against radical Islam and crown the legacy of President Abdelaziz Bouteflika.

May 06, 2016, 09:41 AM IST

Algerian president replaces intelligence chief

Algerian President Abdelaziz Bouteflika on Sunday replaced the head of the Intelligence and Security Department (DRS), media reported.

Sep 14, 2015, 03:00 AM IST

Algeria leader replaces powerful intelligence chief

 Algerian leader Abdelaziz Bouteflika has replaced his powerful intelligence chief, the presidency said on Sunday, in the latest move in a shake-up of the country`s security forces.

Sep 13, 2015, 20:56 PM IST