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Algeria Gate: The President of the Republic, Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces, and Minister of National Defence, Abdelmadjid Tebboune, chaired a ceremony on Tuesday at the National Army Club in Beni Messous, Algiers, in tribute to the emblematic figures of the People’s National Army (PNA).

The ceremony was organized in honor of the PNA retirees from the ranks of the National Liberation Army (NLA), as well as the families of the martyrs of national duty, the victims, and the seriously wounded of the People’s National Army during the fight against terrorism.

Upon his arrival, the Head of State was welcomed by Army General Said Chanegriha, Delegate Minister to the Minister of National Defense and Chief of Staff of the PNA. A military formation rendered him the honors in accordance with official protocol.

Through this ceremony, the Algerian authorities wished to salute the sacrifices made by the generations of military personnel who contributed to the defense of national sovereignty and the preservation of the country’s security.

President Tebboune thus reaffirmed the importance attached to the memory of the veterans, the families of the martyrs, and the soldiers wounded in the performance of their missions in the service of Algeria.

Algeria Gate: The editorial of issue 165 of Police Magazine, published under the title “A Homeland Whose Glory Is Guarded by the Martyrs and Built by Its Loyal Sons,” affirmed that Algeria continues its development path with steadfastness through integrated efforts exerted by the various institutions of the state, in implementation of the directives of the President of the Republic, Abdelmadjid Tebboune, with the aim of achieving comprehensive development and keeping pace with current transformations.

The editorial highlighted that the projects of reform and achievement, alongside investment in the human element and the development of infrastructure, reflect the state’s will to build a more prosperous future, relying on young national competencies armed with knowledge, awareness, and a sense of responsibility.

On the security side, the magazine stressed that the General Directorate of National Security continues to perform its duties in protecting security and public order, through strengthening the modern security approach based on proximity to the citizen, developing training, modernizing working tools, and expanding the use of modern technologies, in a manner that enhances operational readiness and consolidates the pillars of security and stability.

The editorial also affirmed that the National Security apparatus, alongside the other security institutions, remains an impenetrable shield in the face of all attempts targeting Algeria’s security and stability, whether through field threats or media and digital campaigns.

Sonatrach is once again asserting its influence in the liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) market after announcing its August pricing, strengthening the competitiveness of Algerian exports and giving the company a clear advantage over major suppliers, particularly Saudi Aramco, across the Mediterranean, Black Sea, and Turkish markets.

The Algerian energy giant set August propane prices at $540 per metric ton and butane at $570 per metric ton, compared with Saudi Aramco’s official contract prices of $620 and $640 per metric ton, respectively. This leaves Algerian propane priced about $80 lower than its Saudi counterpart and butane $70 lower, making Algerian cargoes increasingly attractive to regional buyers.

The price gap becomes even more significant when transportation costs are taken into account. Algeria’s geographic proximity to Southern Europe, Turkey, and the Black Sea reduces freight expenses and shortens delivery times, providing Sonatrach with a logistical advantage over suppliers shipping from or other distant regions.

Sonatrach’s influence extends well beyond its export volumes. Its official monthly LPG prices serve as the benchmark for contracts across the Mediterranean, Black Sea, and Turkish markets, while Saudi Aramco’s prices remain the primary reference for Asia-Pacific trade. This gives the Algerian company a strategic role in shaping regional pricing and influencing negotiations between traders, distributors, and importers.

The latest pricing decision comes after a highly volatile year for global LPG markets. In April 2026, the conflict in the Middle East and the closure of the Strait of Hormuz disrupted shipments from the Gulf, sending prices sharply higher. Sonatrach raised propane to $850 per ton and butane to $900 per ton, while Aramco increased its prices to $750 and $800, respectively.

As supplies gradually recovered, Sonatrach adjusted its pricing strategy, reducing propane and butane prices in May and June before reaching $518 and $600 per ton in July. The August revision reflects the company’s ability to respond quickly to changing market conditions while preserving its competitive edge.

Demand fundamentals have also improved, particularly in Asia’s petrochemical sector. Steam crackers are expected to consume 442,000 tons of LPG during August, including 289,000 tons of propane and 153,000 tons of butane, marking the highest planned monthly consumption since December 2025. Propane remains an attractive alternative to naphtha for olefin production whenever price spreads favor LPG, while butane demand continues to be supported by gasoline blending, heating, and residential consumption.

Despite improving demand, market uncertainty persists. Supply risks in the Middle East continue to weigh on global trade, while longer shipping distances and higher freight costs limit the ability of U.S. exporters to fully replace Gulf supplies. The disruption earlier this year also highlighted the heavy dependence of major importers such as India on Middle Eastern LPG, encouraging countries to diversify their supply sources.

Against this backdrop, Algeria is benefiting from three major strategic advantages: its proximity to key importing markets, well-established production and export infrastructure for propane and butane, and Sonatrach’s position as the regional pricing benchmark for the Mediterranean basin

The new August pricing also positions Sonatrach to generate stronger returns without sacrificing market share. By maintaining prices below the Saudi benchmark while responding to improving demand, the company has reinforced its commercial competitiveness and strengthened Algeria’s role as a reliable regional energy supplier.

As global demand for LPG continues to expand across transportation, residential heating, and petrochemical industries, Sonatrach appears well positioned to increase both its revenues and regional influence. More importantly, its pricing strategy underscores Algeria’s growing role in shaping energy trade across the Mediterranean at a time when global supply chains remain under pressure and competition among exporters is intensifying.