Methane & Energy Policy: UNEP and Bloomberg Philanthropies are pushing countries to boost their response rate to major methane leaks to 80% by 2030, expanding the International Methane Emissions Observatory and its Methane Alert and Response System. EU Gas Rules: The European Commission is clarifying how methane compliance will work and is signalling flexibility on penalties, aiming to avoid disrupting energy supply as Algeria and other gas exporters warn of added monitoring burdens. Wildfire & Power Stress: Algeria is facing a severe wildfire crisis after a heat wave that has driven hundreds of fires nationwide, with dozens still active and firefighting stretched by fast-spreading “sixth generation” blazes. Digital Economy: Oman and Algeria kick off a three-day push to deepen ICT and digital transformation cooperation, including institutional links around Algeria’s national digital strategy and digital services. Trade & Tariffs: The U.S. finalized Section 301 forced-labour tariffs covering 60 economies, with Algeria among the countries appearing in the broader policy fallout for exporters and importers. Business & Mobility: South Africa’s eVisa list includes Algeria, while Colombia’s president-elect plans to close embassies including in Algeria as part of a cost-cutting foreign service overhaul. Regional Business Spotlight: CAF secured major broadcaster deals for the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations, with Algeria already in the tournament spotlight after a 2-0 win over Senegal.