Algeria
vs
Sudan
Head to head: who leads each category
Algeria
47.4M
Sudan
51.7M
Leads
Algeria
$287.0B
Leads
Sudan
$60.2B
Algeria
$21.8B
Leads
Sudan
$375.2M
Algeria
#71
Leads
Sudan
#78
About this relationship
Sudan and Algeria maintain diplomatic relations based on Arab and African ties, political dialogue, trade and cooperation through regional institutions.
Both countries cooperate through the African Union, Arab League and other multilateral organizations on regional security, development and diplomatic issues.
Bilateral trade includes agricultural products, food, petroleum-related goods, machinery and manufactured products, although economic instability limits its scale.
Algeria and Sudan also share interests in energy, agriculture and regional stability across North Africa and the Sahel.
Overall, Sudan and Algeria maintain friendly relations centered on African and Arab cooperation, trade, energy and regional diplomacy.
Strengths & comparison
The position in the international influence ranking of Algeria is 71, while Sudan is situated 7 places below in the ranking (position 78). Algeria maintains contact with 51 countries, while Sudan maintains contact with 35 countries. Algeria maintains an excellent relation with 3 countries, while in the case of Sudan, this figure drops to 0.
About Algeria
Algeria is a country located in North Africa, bordering the Mediterranean Sea to the north, Tunisia to the northeast, Libya to the east, Niger to the southeast, Mali and Mauritania to the southwest, and Morocco to the west. It is the largest country in Africa and the Arab world, and the tenth-largest in the world.
Algeria has a long and complex history, having been ruled by various empires and powers throughout its history, including the Roman Empire, the Ottoman Empire, and the French colonial empire. It gained independence from France in 1962, after a long and bloody struggle known as the Algerian War of Independence.
Since independence, Algeria has been ruled by a series of authoritarian governments, and has faced several internal conflicts and political instability. However, it has also made significant economic and social progress, with a strong focus on education and the development of its natural resources, particularly oil and natural gas.
Geopolitically, Algeria is an important player in the region, and is a member of the Arab League and the African Union. It has strong ties to its neighbors and other countries in the region, and is involved in regional efforts to promote stability and cooperation. It is also a major player in the global energy market, and is a key supplier of oil and natural gas to Europe and other parts of the world.
Geography & terrain
A narrow, fertile Mediterranean coastal strip gives way to the Atlas Mountains and then the vast Sahara Desert, which covers most of the country. Climate ranges from Mediterranean on the coast to hot and arid in the interior. The desert interior is a formidable natural barrier against invasion, though the populated coastal belt is more exposed to seaborne attack.
About Sudan
Sudan is a country in North Africa, bordered by Egypt to the north, the Red Sea to the northeast, Eritrea and Ethiopia to the east, South Sudan to the south, the Central African Republic to the southwest, Chad to the west, and Libya to the northwest. Sudan has a long and complex history, with a diverse population comprising various ethnic, linguistic, and religious groups.
The country gained independence from British colonial rule in 1956, and since then, it has experienced a series of political and social conflicts, including civil wars, coups, and authoritarian governments. In 2019, Sudan underwent a major political transition, with the ousting of long-time dictator Omar al-Bashir and the establishment of a transitional government.
Sudan has abundant natural resources, including oil, gold, and agricultural land, but these resources have often been a source of conflict and corruption. The country has faced significant economic challenges, including high levels of poverty and unemployment, and has struggled with debt and inflation.
Sudan has a number of international and regional relationships, including with neighboring countries and with major global powers such as the United States and China. The country is a member of the African Union and the United Nations, and it plays a significant role in regional security and stability.
Geography & terrain
Terrain is mostly desert and semi-arid plains in the north, with the Nile forming a fertile corridor and some highlands (the Red Sea Hills, Nuba Mountains) breaking up the flatness. Climate is hot and arid to semi-arid. It has a Red Sea coastline in the northeast. The vast desert expanses act as a natural buffer against invasion, but the largely flat, open terrain elsewhere and long land borders leave it exposed.
| Algeria |
Sudan |
|
|---|---|---|
| Government type | Semi-presidential republic | Transitional military government |
| GDP | $287.0BLeads | $60.2B |
| GDP per capita | $6.1KLeads | $1.2K |
| Military expenditure | $21.8BLeads | $375.2M |
| Military expenditure per capita | $460Leads | $7 |
| Land military expenditure (estimation) | $10.9BLeads | $243.9M |
| Air military expenditure (estimation) | $5.5BLeads | $93.8M |
| Naval military expenditure (estimation) | $5.5BLeads | $37.5M |
| Nuclear power | No | No |
| European Union | Not a member | Not a member |
| NATO | Not a member | Not a member |
Algeria and Sudan also share membership in: African Union Arab League
Strengths & comparison
The capitals of Algeria and Sudan are approximately 3 748 km apart (straight-line distance). There is a standard time difference of about 1.0 hours between them.
Based on shared language, currency, economic profile, borders and international groups, Algeria and Sudan score a 50/100 similarity index. This is a fun, approximate metric — not a scientific one.
Very bad relation (3-/10) with both countries
Which side is each country closer to?
Comparing Algeria's and Sudan's scores against the same third countries shows where each one has a clear edge. Algeria scores noticeably higher with: China, Libya, Pakistan, Egypt, Saudi Arabia.Sudan scores noticeably higher with: United States, Iran, Norway, Syria, Qatar.
Let's suppose a hypothetical conflict occurs between both countries:
Solo scenario: Algeria vs Sudan
Battle narrative
Initial phase
Algeria's larger military budget and stronger air power give it an advantage in the initial stages of the conflict, with the ability to target key military positions and infrastructure.
Force composition
Algeria can also call on significantly more personnel, counting both active-duty and reserve forces. Algeria's advantage extends to naval power as well.
Ground campaign
Algeria's terrain could make a rapid ground campaign difficult: The desert interior is a formidable natural barrier against invasion, though the populated coastal belt is more exposed to seaborne attack. Port of Algiers would likely be a focal point of the campaign: Algeria's capital and largest port, the primary entry point for seaborne supplies and reinforcements. Sudan's terrain could make a rapid ground campaign difficult: The vast desert expanses act as a natural buffer against invasion, but the largely flat, open terrain elsewhere and long land borders leave it exposed. Port Sudan would likely be a focal point of the campaign: Sudan's only major seaport on the Red Sea, the sole outlet for seaborne trade and military resupply.
Prolonged conflict
Algeria's stronger economy could help sustain military operations in a prolonged conflict. Algeria also devotes a larger share of its economy to defense (about 7.6% of GDP), a more militarized posture that could be easier to sustain over time. Occupying Sudan outright would likely prove costly given its terrain.
Overall assessment
Algeria enters this matchup as the stronger side on paper, with roughly a 64.7% probability of winning. That advantage would still need to be converted into an actual battlefield result against Sudan, which real conflicts rarely guarantee.
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