Algeria reopens its airspace to Malian air traffic

This decision, effective immediately, covers all commercial and international flights transiting between the two countries in both directions. The official text states that Algeria has decided to fully reopen its national airspace to Malian air traffic, encompassing all flights to and from Mali through various international destinations. This move signifies a new phase in relations between Algeria and Mali, following a period of diplomatic tensions during which Algeria's airspace was closed to Malian flights.

The reopening restores strategic air corridors, as Algeria's central geographical position in North Africa makes its airspace crucial for many routes connecting sub-Saharan Africa to Europe or the Middle East. This normalization benefits Malian passengers and economic operators in both countries. The decision aligns with Algeria's broader strategy to intensify its aviation presence on the continent, with Air Algérie expanding its routes to sub-Saharan and southern Africa, aiming to become a regional air hub.