Algeria Becomes a Member of BRICS New Development Bank

by Giorgi Kostiuk

2 years ago

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Official Announcement
Algeria's Economic Prospects
Potential Risks

Today, Algeria officially received the green light to join the BRICS New Development Bank (NDB), opening new economic opportunities and pathways for global connections.

Official Announcement

The announcement came from Dilma Rousseff, the bank’s president, during the NDB’s annual meeting in Cape Town, South Africa. The NDB has been on a membership spree in recent years: Bangladesh, Egypt, the UAE, and Uruguay all joined in 2021. For Algeria, the move signals a step towards opening new economic doors and strengthening global ties.

“We are looking to open new economic doors and strengthen our ties, especially with countries like China.”President of Algeria Abdelmadjid Tebboune

Algeria's Economic Prospects

Algeria's economy heavily relies on oil and gas, constituting a significant portion of the country’s GDP. Despite efforts to diversify, this remains a challenging task. Joining the NDB might help Algeria access new funding for projects aimed at modernizing its infrastructure and reducing its dependence on hydrocarbons, potentially leading to more stable economic growth in the long term.

Potential Risks

However, the BRICS nations themselves face numerous economic challenges, including high public debt, sanctions, and political instability. Algeria might encounter new difficulties if it becomes too dependent on these countries. Additionally, this initiative could strain relations with Western countries like the EU and the US, currently major trading partners. Internal political instability and protectionist policies might hinder Algeria from fully capitalizing on the benefits of BRICS membership.

Joining the BRICS New Development Bank opens up new opportunities for Algeria but also comes with certain risks. The success of this initiative will depend on the country’s ability to navigate both internal and external challenges.

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