President Abdelmadjid Tebboune's administration has announced that the next presidential election in Algeria will occur on September 7.

Tebboune convened a meeting on Thursday to discuss the impending presidential election, according to the president's office.

"It was decided to hold early presidential elections, and its date is set for Saturday, September 7, 2024," the office of the president said in a statement.

Algeria had legislative elections in 2021, where voter turnout was 23.03%.

The National Liberation Front, the ruling party in the outgoing Algerian parliament, won the most seats in the Algerian Legislative elections, despite its seats decreasing.

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In early March, Tebboune affirmed that Algeria looks forward to close collaboration with gas-exporting countries to enhance the Gas Exporting Countries Forum and achieve its strategic objectives. During the seventh summit of the forum in Algeria on Saturday, Tebboune made several key remarks on the energy industry and multilateral cooperation.

The summit, attended by the heads of state and governments of member countries, aimed to discuss current energy challenges and the future of the gas industry.

Tebboune highlighted that the summit provides an opportunity to formulate a shared vision, safeguarding the interests of both gas producers and consumers simultaneously. He emphasized the crucial role of natural gas extraction in achieving sustainable development and meeting the increasing global energy needs.

In a welcoming gesture, Tebboune acknowledged the inclusion of Mozambique, Mauritania, and Senegal as new "observer members" in the forum.

Tunisian President Kais Saied, in his subsequent speech, asserted that member countries of the forum cannot tackle challenges, such as price fluctuations upon oil or gas discoveries, without unified collaboration. He warned against dispersed efforts, as it could lead to increased greed and bloodshed.