Impact of major strategic projects in Algeria’s border regions on economic and social development: Toward strengthening regional integration

Abstract

Major strategic projects implemented in Algeria’s border regions represent a key lever for promoting economic growth, reducing regional disparities, and strengthening national and regional integration. In recent years, Algerian public policies have increasingly focused on investing in these peripheral areas through large-scale infrastructure projects such as highways, ports, and industrial zones, alongside social projects in education and healthcare. These initiatives aim not only to stimulate economic activity and improve public services, but also to enhance connectivity between border regions and the country’s interior, thereby facilitating the movement of goods and people. This paper examines the economic and social impacts of major strategic projects in Algeria’s border regions, highlighting their role in fostering regional integration and addressing both local and global challenges. It analyzes how these projects contribute to narrowing development gaps between border and interior regions, improving living standards, and reinforcing territorial cohesion. The study also explores ways to maximize the effectiveness of these projects in achieving sustainable development and enhancing the resilience of border regions in the face of economic, social, and security challenges.