Algeria is planning a new foreign tire procurement operation, as announced by Minister of State for Hydrocarbons and Mines, Mohamed Arkab. The country intends to import 3.5 million tire units, with deliveries scheduled to begin in early 2027. This initiative addresses a need for increased tire availability within Algeria. Details regarding the source countries for these imports were not immediately available. The announcement signals a continued reliance on foreign sources to meet domestic demand for tires. Further information regarding the specifics of the purchase will likely be released as the operation progresses. This move is expected to impact the tire market within Algeria.