All Policy Analysis by Geoff Porter

Although the wave of Western overtures is understandable, Algeria is unlikely to make up for Europe’s energy supply gaps or take other actions that give the appearance of choosing sides.

The pandemic has exacerbated persistent structural problems in the government’s approach to foreign investment, banking reform, monetary policy, and other sectors, but Algiers may be more open to U.S. advice on such matters.

Political and fiscal pressure is pulling Libya apart at the seams and creating conditions that threaten neighboring countries.