Diaspora scientists: Algeria institutionalizes the return of its brains

Algeria is formalizing its strategy to bring back its scientific diaspora, aiming to transform brain drain into a national development asset. The newly formed High Council for the National Scientific Community Abroad held its inaugural session in Algiers, marking a significant institutional step.

This initiative, championed by President Tebboune, signals a commitment to moving beyond informal channels and creating a structured framework for engaging Algerian scientists and academics living abroad. The council's establishment is intended to harness their expertise and knowledge for the country's progress.

The move reflects a broader national ambition to reorient the narrative around skilled emigration, viewing it not as a loss but as a potential resource. By creating a dedicated body, Algeria seeks to foster collaboration, facilitate knowledge transfer, and encourage the return of its 'brains' to contribute to various sectors of the national economy and research landscape.