International relations between Gambia and Algeria

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The relation between Gambia and Algeria is NEUTRAL, with an overall score of 5.0 out of 10. The chances of a conflict between both countries are extremely rare.

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Profile summary of Gambia

Diverse Sources: UN, WorldBank, Gambia Statistics Office/Department. Most recent available data
Capital Banjul
Population 2 416 668
Land Area (sq km) 10 000
Main religion Islam
Life Expectancy 62 years

The Gambia is a small West African country located on the Atlantic coast and surrounded by Senegal. It is the smallest country on the continent in terms of both land area and population. The Gambia has a tropical climate and is known for its beaches, wildlife reserves, and cultural attractions. The Gambia gained independence from Britain in 1965 and has a presidential system of government. It is a member of the African Union and the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS). The country has a relatively small economy that is heavily dependent on agriculture, particularly peanuts, and tourism. The Gambia has a diverse population, with several ethnic groups present, including the Mandinka, Wolof, Fula, and Jola. The official language is English, but many people also speak local languages. Islam is the dominant religion in the country, but there is also a significant Christian minority. In recent years, the Gambia has faced a number of challenges, including political instability, economic challenges, and human rights issues. In 2016, the country experienced a political crisis when President Yahya Jammeh, who had been in power for more than two decades, refused to accept the results of the presidential election and refused to step down. After mediation efforts by regional leaders, Jammeh eventually agreed to leave office, and Adama Barrow was inaugurated as the new President. Since then, the country has been working to improve its political stability and economic development.

Profile summary of Algeria

Diverse Sources: UN, WorldBank, Algeria Statistics Office/Department. Most recent available data
Capital Algiers
Population 43 851 044
Land Area (sq km) 2 381 741
Main religion Islam
Life Expectancy 76 years

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.


The strengths and weaknesses of each country:

In terms of population, the Algeria's population is 18.15 bigger than the population of Gambia (population of Algeria: 43 851 044, population of Gambia: 2 416 668).

The Algeria's land area is 238.17 bigger than the land area of Gambia (land area (sq km) of Algeria: 2 381 741, land area (sq km) of Gambia: 10 000).

The position in the international influence ranking of Algeria is 72, while Gambia is situated 114 places below in the ranking (position 186).

Algeria maintains contact with 49 countries, while Gambia maintains contact with 11 countries.

Algeria maintains an excellent relation with 3 countries, while in the case of Gambia, this figure drops to 0.


Conflict Simulator: Gambia vs Algeria


Solo scenario: Gambia vs Algeria

The winner of the hypothetical conflict (without allies), will be Algeria with a 88.7% probability.

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