Algeria is participating in the 17th Conference of the Parties (COP17) to the UN Convention on Biological Diversity, which is currently being held in Yerevan, Armenia. Delegates from the nation have arrived in the capital to engage in international discussions regarding environmental conservation and global biodiversity targets. The summit serves as a platform for member states to evaluate progress on existing ecological protection frameworks and negotiate future policy initiatives. Algerian officials are expected to represent the country’s interests throughout the proceedings in Yerevan as the conference continues its scheduled agenda. Global representatives remain gathered in Armenia to address the ongoing challenges facing international biodiversity and ecosystem stability within the established structure of the United Nations convention.
National Biodiversity Strategy Goals
Algeria's national biodiversity strategy and action plan for 2025-2030 includes 24 national goals and 93 implementation measures. These targets form the basis of the country's domestic ecological policy. President of Algeria Abdelmadjid Tebboune noted, "تدرك الجزائر تمامًا بأنّ مصداقية الإطار العالمي للتنوّع البيولوجي ” كونمينغ – مونتريال (Kunming- Montréal) ” تقاس بما ننفذه على أرض الواقع، لا بما نعلنه في المحافل الدوليّة."
Beyond these regulatory frameworks, Algeria has activated a national seed bank to support sustainable agricultural development. This facility functions as a central component in the state’s efforts to preserve plant genetic resources. The bank provides a mechanism for maintaining crop diversity while addressing long-term food security needs within the country.
Protecting Species and Habitats
Algeria has identified more than 27,000 living species within its borders as part of its ongoing environmental assessment efforts. This total inventory comprises 8,500 plant species and 18,000 animal species, reflecting the country's diverse ecological composition. Official records indicate that these figures are central to domestic conservation planning and the monitoring of indigenous biodiversity.
Government authorities have expanded the national network of protected areas to 24 classified zones to safeguard these biological resources. These areas are designated for the preservation of habitats and the protection of local species from external pressures. The expansion of this network serves as a mechanism for managing land use while maintaining ecological stability across various regions.
Land management efforts also include the Green Dam project, which covers 4.7 million hectares. This large-scale initiative focuses on reforestation and soil conservation to mitigate environmental degradation. The project remains a primary component of Algeria's approach to landscape restoration and the maintenance of ecosystem health. Officials continue to integrate these territorial management strategies into the broader framework of national conservation commitments presented during international proceedings.