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Kamel Baddari inspects higher education and scientific research facilities in the wilaya Tlemcen

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Kamel Baddari inspects higher education and scientific research facilities in the wilaya Tlemcen

The Minister of Higher Education and Scientific Research, Mr. Kamel Baddari, paid a working and inspection visit on May 14, 2026, to the wilaya of Tlemcen to review several projects and infrastructure projects affiliated with the higher education and scientific research sector. Upon his arrival, he was welcomed by the wali of the wilaya, along with the President of the Wilaya People’s Assembly, members of the security committee, members of parliament, the Secretary-General of the wilaya, the Chief of Staff, the Rector of the University of Tlemcen, and local officials.
During the visit, accompanied by the Secretary-General of the wilaya, the Minister inspected the Faculty of Medicine at the University of Abou Bekr Belkaid Tlemcen, where he toured the medical simulation center and the faculty library. He also reviewed the progress of the library digitization process and the digital services provided to students and faculty members.
The Minister emphasized that the digitization of the sector and the development of modern pedagogical training tools, particularly through medical simulation centers, are among the key priorities for improving the quality of university education and enhancing students’ competencies in line with current scientific and technological developments. He also stressed the importance of expanding the use of digital technologies within university institutions and services, while fostering a modern educational environment that supports scientific research and improves academic performance.
On this occasion, a presentation was delivered on equipping the medical simulation center with smart dissection tables manufactured entirely in Algeria, from design to production, as part of implementing the “Innovate in Algeria” initiative adopted by the Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research for 2026, with the aim of encouraging local innovation and developing national technological solutions in education and university training.
The Minister also inspected the dental clinic construction project at the university pole in the municipality of Chetouane, to assess the readiness of this vital facility and the quality of the completed works, ensuring a suitable educational and healthcare environment for dental medicine students. He received detailed explanations regarding the various construction phases and the progress rate of the project, stressing the importance of completing and delivering the project within the scheduled deadlines in order to strengthen university and healthcare infrastructure in the wilaya of Tlemcen.
In addition, Mr. Kamel Baddari inaugurated the annex of the Higher School for Teachers at the university pole in Chetouane, a project aimed at strengthening pedagogical infrastructure and improving university training conditions, particularly in the field of teacher training for the مختلف educational levels.
The Minister also inspected the construction project of the new 500-bed university residence at the university pole, emphasizing the need to comply with quality standards and accelerate the pace of work to ensure that this vital facility becomes operational on schedule, given its importance in strengthening university infrastructure and student services.
Mr. Kamel Baddari also inaugurated the headquarters of the “One-Stop Service Desk” at the Student Center (I2E) of the University of Abou Bekr Belkaid Tlemcen, an administrative and service-oriented space dedicated to supporting students with innovative ideas and entrepreneurial projects. This facility aims to centralize guidance and support services, particularly in entrepreneurship and startup creation, by directing students toward the university incubator and the entrepreneurship development center, while also supporting them in training, innovation, employment, and the follow-up of projects related to the implementation of Ministerial Decision 1275.
The Minister also visited the FAB LAB manufacturing laboratory, equipped with advanced technologies in mechanics, 3D printing, and laser cutting machines, where he received presentations on innovative projects developed by university students in support of entrepreneurship and innovation culture.
The visit also included an inspection of the “PROTOMARKET” projects, which focus on developing technological solutions and innovative digital services, in addition to reviewing other projects being registered at the One-Stop Service Desk, with the aim of supporting students and transforming their innovative ideas into concrete projects.
At the end of the visit, the Minister inaugurated a dedicated hall for students with special needs, visited an exhibition of student projects, and held a meeting with the university community at the central library of the second university pole in the municipality of Mansourah.
During his speech, the Minister emphasized the importance of promoting the entrepreneurial university model and encouraging students to innovate and create startups, while valuing initiatives and projects that reflect students’ capabilities and contributions to economic and social development.
On this occasion, several agreements were signed:
• A cooperation and partnership agreement between “SofizPay” and the I2E Consulting, Research, and Development Office subsidiary in the field of digital financial services.
• A cooperation agreement between the National Agency for Microcredit Management (ANGEM), the Higher School of Applied Sciences of Tlemcen (ESAT), and the University Center of Maghnia, aimed at supporting student project holders and providing them with financing and mentoring mechanisms.
The visit concluded with an award ceremony honoring several outstanding students, athletes, and university professors in recognition of their achievements and to encourage them to continue their path of excellence and innovation.

Kamel Baddari responds to oral questions from members of both chambers of Parliament

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Kamel Baddari responds to oral questions from members of both chambers of Parliament

During a plenary session chaired by Azzouz Nasri on the morning of Thursday, May 14, 2026, Mr. Kamel Baddari, Minister of Higher Education and Scientific Research, responded to oral questions submitted by members of the Council on the following topics:
• Mr Si Ali Chafik regarding the possibility of introducing political history as an exploratory subject within university curricula for various academic disciplines, particularly technical fields;
• Mr Lakhdar Moulay Saadoun concerning the criteria adopted for upgrading medical annexes, and whether the medical annex of the Larbi Ben M’hidi University of Oum El Bouaghi could be promoted to the status of a faculty;
• Mr El Aid Boukfa concerning the legal and pedagogical justifications relied upon by the supervising ministry to prevent assistant professors who are not regularly enrolled in doctoral studies from benefiting from the short-term mobility program, as well as the possibility of including Category “A” assistant professors among the eligible beneficiaries of this mobility program.
It should be recalled that Mr. Kamel Baddari also participated, on May 7, 2026, in a public session at the People’s National Assembly to answer oral questions addressed to him by:
• Mr Slimane Zergani regarding the measures adopted by the ministry to encourage researchers, support innovative research projects, and strengthen cooperation between universities and research centers;
• Mr Zakaria Belkheir concerning the measures taken to address the issue of student absenteeism at universities and ways to remedy it;
• Mr Mohamed Mir regarding the comprehensive review of the policy governing university services management.

The President of Angola visits the Scientific and Technological Pole of Sidi Abdellah

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The President of Angola visits the Scientific and Technological Pole of Sidi Abdellah

The Minister of Higher Education and Scientific Research, Mr. Kamel Baddari, welcomed on May 12, 2026, His Excellency the President of the Republic of Angola, Mr. João Lourenço, at the “Abdelhafid Ihaddaden” Scientific and Technological Pole in Sidi Abdellah. This visit comes within the framework of strengthening cooperation and partnership relations between the two countries, particularly in the fields of higher education, scientific research, and technological innovation.

The visit also provided an opportunity to discover the scientific, pedagogical, and technological capacities offered by this university hub, while highlighting Algeria’s efforts to build a modern university based on innovation, digitalization, and the linkage between scientific research and the national economy.

Signing of Memorandums and Cooperation Agreements between Algeria and Angola

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Signing of Memorandums and Cooperation Agreements between Algeria and Angola

The President of the Republic, Mr. Abdelmadjid Tebboune, chaired on Monday, May 11, 2026, alongside the Angolan President, Mr. João Lourenço, the signing ceremony of eleven (11) cooperation agreements and memorandums of understanding between Algeria and Angola, aimed at establishing a comprehensive strategic partnership between the two countries and strengthening bilateral cooperation in vital sectors, particularly higher education, science, technology, and innovation.

Mr. Kamel Baddari honors the women’s handball team of the University of Biskra on the occasion of its promotion to the national first division

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Mr. Kamel Baddari honors the women’s handball team of the University of Biskra on the occasion of its promotion to the national first division

The Minister of Higher Education and Scientific Research, Mr. Kamel Baddari, presided on May 10, 2026, at the Institute of Physical Education and Sports of Algiers 3 University in Dely Ibrahim, in the presence of several officials and executives from the sector, over a ceremony honoring the women’s handball team of the Sports Association of the University of Biskra, in recognition of the remarkable sporting achievement they accomplished by securing promotion to the national first division.

This achievement marks a first of its kind at the national level within the university sports environment. On this occasion, the distinguished level reached by Algerian university sports was praised, while emphasizing the importance of supporting and encouraging young talents in order to foster both sporting and academic excellence.

Ministerial Meetings

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Ministerial Meetings

The Ministers of Higher Education and Scientific Research, Health, Labor, Employment and Social Security held a coordination meeting on Saturday, May 9, 2026, at the headquarters of the Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research, dedicated to examining ways to improve the internship conditions of resident doctors, within the framework of the current regulatory system, and to ensure a better balance between academic training requirements and field duties.

In this context, it was agreed to establish a joint committee tasked with preparing a draft action plan containing a set of proposals and measures aimed at improving internship conditions and addressing the concerns of resident doctors.

Mr. Kamel Baddari inspects Chadli Bendjedid University of El Tarf

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Mr. Kamel Baddari inspects Chadli Bendjedid University of El Tarf

platform to present and develop their innovative initiatives, with guidance from specialized professors from Algeria and abroad.

During the third stage of the visit, the minister inspected the veterinary clinic affiliated with the Faculty of Natural and Life Sciences at Chadli Bendjedid University of El Tarf. He received detailed explanations on the pedagogical and scientific services provided across 17 specialties, including animal nutrition, ruminant diseases, general and specialized veterinary surgery, and poultry diseases. He also reviewed the clinic’s role in strengthening students’ practical training and preparing them for the labor market.

The minister then carried out an inspection visit to the 2,000-bed university residence project at the El Tarf university hub, whose construction works are in their final stages. He inspected the project’s facilities, notably the central restaurant, rooms, sports hall, services pavilion, as well as the outdoor landscaping and public lighting works. He praised the quality of the completed works and the sustained pace of progress achieved.

During the final stage of his visit, the minister chaired a consultative meeting with the university community, marked by the signing of several cooperation and partnership agreements, including:

An agreement between Chadli Bendjedid University and the National Security Directorate of El Tarf for organizing training sessions in various specialties, particularly language teaching;

An agreement between Chadli Bendjedid University and the National Agency for Microcredit Management (ANGEM).

The meeting also included honoring several outstanding students and delegations, notably:

The project holder awarded in the “Green Shield” competition during Global Entrepreneurship Week;

The winner of first prize at the International Environmental Impact Festival at the University of Jendouba (Tunisia), within the framework of the EDENGARDEN 2025 twinning program;The second-place winner at the Maghreb Meeting on Environment and Climate Change held in El Tarf in March 2026;The second-place winner at the national innovation hackathon “Inno Tech,” dedicated to digital creativity and emerging technologies 2025;The team ranked first in the national Makrathon on interregional tourism, organized from April 14 to 16, 2026, at El Tarf University within the framework of the twinning program;The football team of Chadli Bendjedid University, ranked second in the university football championship organized at Kasdi Merbah University Ouargla;The Tunisian delegation that participated in the workshops of the Student Entrepreneur Hub.

Minister’s Meetings

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Minister’s Meetings

The Minister of Higher Education and Scientific Research, Mr. Kamel Baddari, chaired a meeting on the evening of May 6, 2026, at the ministry headquarters, dedicated to monitoring the progress of the manufacturing and commercialization processes of scientific research outputs developed by the Advanced Technologies Development Center, the Industrial Technologies Research Center, and the Renewable Energy Development Center.
The minister also instructed the Director General for Scientific Research and Technological Development to organize exhibitions dedicated to marketable research products.

Mr. Kamel Baddari congratulates the women’s handball team of the University of Biskra

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Mr. Kamel Baddari congratulates the women’s handball team of the University of Biskra

On May 2, 2026, Mr. Kamel Baddari extended his congratulations, via his official Facebook account, to the women’s handball team of the sports association of the University of Biskra, following a historic and unprecedented achievement marked by their promotion to the national first division.
This accomplishment is the result of sustained efforts by the student athletes, along with the dedication of the technical and administrative staff, the university administration, with the support of the Algerian University Sports Federation and the Governor (Wali) of Biskra, who provided all the necessary conditions and resources to achieve this goal.
“Congratulations to the students of the Biskra team on this remarkable national achievement! Always forward… university sports are on the rise.”

Mr. Kamel Baddari participates in the celebration of the 60th anniversary of the establishment of the Algerian National Institute for Agronomic Research

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Mr. Kamel Baddari participates in the celebration of the 60th anniversary of the establishment of the Algerian National Institute for Agronomic Research

The Minister of Higher Education and Scientific Research, Mr. Kamel Baddari, accompanied by the Minister of Agriculture, Rural Development and Fisheries, Mr. Yacine El Mahdi Oualid, took part, on April 29, 2026, in the festivities marking the sixtieth (60th) anniversary of the establishment of the Algerian National Institute for Agronomic Research, in the presence of the President of the National Chamber of Agriculture, as well as officials from both ministries and researchers from various research centers, units, and university institutions.

Held under the slogan “60 years of agronomic research in the service of food security and sovereignty,” this celebration provided an opportunity to revisit the historical journey of this scientific institution, established in the aftermath of independence in 1966, and to highlight its achievements and qualitative contributions in supporting the agricultural sector.

In this context, Mr. Yacine Oualid emphasized the important role played by the institute in developing the agricultural sector, particularly in light of current conditions and the major challenges facing agriculture in Algeria, foremost among them climate change and low rainfall, as well as the need to improve productivity, enhance and preserve the national agricultural genetic heritage, among other goals that must be achieved through scientific research, technology, and innovation.

For his part, Mr. Kamel Baddari highlighted the strategic complementarity between the two sectors in building a knowledge-based economy in agriculture, relying on the outputs of scientific research, particularly fourth-generation approaches based on the use of artificial intelligence and data mining to improve production and productivity at lower costs. He also stressed the importance of supporting the agricultural sector through academic and applied research to meet the challenge of food security.