Algerian President Abdelmadjid Tebboune Sworn in for Second Term
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- 23 Sep 2024
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Algerian President Abdelmadjid Tebboune has been sworn in for a second five-year term, following a landslide victory in the recent presidential election. The inauguration ceremony took place at the People's Palace in Algiers, with Tebboune's two challengers, Abdellali Hassan Cherif and Youcef Aouchiche, in attendance.
The Algerian constitutional court certified Tebboune's victory, with the incumbent winning 84.3% of the vote, or approximately 7.7 million votes. His closest challenger, Abdellali Hassan Cherif, won 9.6% of the vote, while Youcef Aouchiche secured 6.1%. The election saw a turnout of 46.1%, surpassing the 2019 presidential election.
The election was marred by controversy, with critics accusing the government of using the election as a way to demonstrate democracy while maintaining political repression. Tebboune's opponents were criticized for participating in the election, which some saw as legitimizing the government's actions.
As Tebboune begins his second term, he faces numerous challenges, including addressing the country's economic woes, improving living standards, and promoting political reforms. The president will need to work to restore trust and confidence in the government, while also addressing the concerns of opposition groups and civil society.
