Alger honors its officers ahead of 64th independence anniversary

On the eve of the 64th anniversary of Algeria's independence, President Abdelmadjid Tebboune led a solemn ceremony at the People's Palace in Algiers. The event honored officers of the National People's Army (ANP) through promotions and decorations, emphasizing the military's commitment to the heritage of the November Revolution.

Tebboune, who also serves as the supreme chief of the Armed Forces and Minister of National Defense, was welcomed by Army General Saïd Chanegriha, the ANP's Chief of Staff. Following the national anthem, President Tebboune reviewed a detachment of the ANP forces and greeted senior military officials present.

The ceremony saw several generals promoted to the rank of major general, and colonels elevated to general. Various promotions were also made within the senior officer corps. Additionally, medals were awarded to military cadres and civilian personnel.

Attendees included the presidents of the Council of the Nation and the National People's Assembly, the Prime Minister, the President of the Constitutional Court, government members, presidential advisors, and high-ranking officials from the Ministry of Defense and the ANP's general staff.

General Saïd Chanegriha addressed the gathering, highlighting that the ceremony, held during the independence celebrations, "illustrates the solid link that unites the ANP, the worthy heir of the National Liberation Army, to its past rich in glories and great deeds."

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illustrates the solid link that unites the ANP, the worthy heir of the National Liberation Army, to its past rich in glories and great deeds.