La sécurisation du gazoduc transsaharien a convaincu Alger d'apporter «un soutien aux autorités de Niamey»
Summary
Asni Abidi analyzes Algeria's strategic shift from non-intervention to active regional engagement, driven by security threats and economic interests in Niger. The discussion covers the potential establishment of a military base at Madama, the pursuit of the Nigeria-Niger-Algeria gas pipeline, and the geopolitical rivalry with Morocco. Abidi also examines how these moves aim to counter Libyan and Emirati influence while reasserting Algerian leadership within the Sahel.
Topics discussed
Why Algeria is abandoning its non-intervention doctrine
Historical context: 1973 intervention and sovereignty principles
Strategic interests in Niger: terrorism and French withdrawal
Military response to the August 29 coup attempt in Niamey
Shift in stance: supporting the new regime for security and gas pipeline
The Nigeria-Niger-Algeria gas pipeline project and energy hub ambitions
Military cooperation protocol and the tri-border zone with Libya
Potential Algerian base at Madama and tensions with Haftar/Abu Dhabi
Rebel groups in NE Niger and the role of dialogue
Algeria's positioning regarding Haftar and Turkey
Regional dynamics: AES alliance and countering Moroccan influence
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