Overview

• Tebboune's re-election was confirmed by Algeria's constitutional court after a recount showed he won 84.3% of the vote.
• Turnout was reported at 46.1%, surpassing the 2019 election but still reflecting voter apathy and skepticism.
• Critics argue the election was a facade of democracy amidst political repression, with many civil society groups and activists silenced.
• Tebboune faces significant domestic challenges, including improving civil liberties, economic conditions, and stemming youth emigration.
• Regionally, Tebboune aims to strengthen Algeria's diplomatic influence, particularly in the Sahel and Western Sahara, despite recent setbacks.