Algeria News Publication
Foreign Entry Requirements
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Morocco (07/05)
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Consular Notification and Access, Part 1: Basic Instructions
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Tips for Travelers to the Middle East and North Africa
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Algeria
Armed terrorists entered private homes either to kill or kidnap residents or to steal weapons, valuables, or food (see Section 1.a.). After massacres that took place in their villages, numerous civilians fled their homes. Armed terrorist groups consistently used threats of violence to extort money from businesses and families across the country. Section 2 Respect for Civil Liberties, Including: a. Freedom of Speech and Press The Constitution provides for freedom of speech and press; however, the Government restricted these rights in practice. The Penal Code imposed high fines and prison terms of up to 24 months for defamation or "insult" of government figures, including the President, members of Parliament, judges, members of the military and "any other authority of public order." Those convicted face prison sentences that range from 3 to 24 months and fines of $715 to 7,150 (50,000 to 500,000 dinars). During the year, at least 96 prosecuti ... [Read More]
Rebuilding Afghanistan - US Department of State
U.N. Official Says More Funding Needed for Afghan ElectionsU.N. envoy briefs Security Council on progress toward September ballotingA U.N. official expressed worry that a significant shortfall in international financial contributions could force a postponement of the elections in Afghanistan scheduled for September. Briefing the Security Council, Jean Arnault, the U.N. special envoy to Afghanistan, says the election project is still $78.8 million short of its anticipated cost. (complete text) [Read More]
Algeria
Algeria is a multi-party republic based on a constitution and a presidential form of government. The head of state is elected by popular vote to a 5-year term. The President has the constitutional authority to appoint and dismiss cabinet members, as well as the prime minister, who acts as the head of the Government. The president also serves as Commander in Chief of the Armed Forces. President Bouteflika, elected in 1999 in an uncontested election, completed a full term in office, the first president to do so since the adoption of the multi-party system in 1989. In Algeria's first democratic, contested presidential elections, he was re-elected in April from among five other candidates while the military remained neutral. The security apparatus comprises the army, consisting of ground, naval, and air defense forces; the national gendarmerie; the national police; communal guards; and local self-defense forces. All of these elements ... [Read More]
USIS -- Issues of Democracy, February 1997 -- Sidebar 1 to Remembering Journalists
Freedom Forum defines a journalist as a regular contributor ofnews, commentary or photography to a publication or broadcastoutlet; an editor or other news executive; a freelance reporter;a producer, camera operator, sound engineer or other member of abroadcast crew; or a documentary filmmaker. The memorial doesnot include employees of official government agencies whoseprimary function is to transmit government information. ... Names of journalists who might qualify for inclusion on thememorial may be submitted to the Freedom Forum Newseum forconsideration. Freedom Forum asks that full information beprovided, including background on the individual, name of newsorganization and its location, and the circumstances of thedeath. Letters and supporting materials cannot be returned. They should be sent to: ... [Read More]
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