International relations between Libya and Algeria

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The relation between Libya and Algeria is NEUTRAL, with an overall score of 5.5 out of 10. The chances of a conflict between both countries are rare.

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Profile summary of Libya

Diverse Sources: UN, WorldBank, Libya Statistics Office/Department. Most recent available data
Capital Tripoli
Population 6 871 292
Land Area (sq km) 1 759 540
Main religion Islam
Life Expectancy 73 years

Libya is a country located in North Africa, bordered by the Mediterranean Sea to the north, Egypt to the east, Sudan to the southeast, Chad and Niger to the south, and Algeria and Tunisia to the west. The country has a long and complex history, and its modern political landscape has been shaped by a number of significant events and factors. In 2011, the Libyan government, led by Muammar Gaddafi, was toppled in a civil war that was supported by a coalition of Western and Arab states. In the aftermath of the war, the country was left with a weak central government and was divided into rival factions, with two main rival governments vying for control: the internationally recognized Government of National Accord (GNA) based in the capital city of Tripoli, and the Libyan National Army (LNA) based in the eastern city of Tobruk. The GNA is supported by a number of western and Arab countries, including Turkey, while the LNA is supported by a number of eastern and Arab countries, including Egypt and the United Arab Emirates. The situation in Libya has been further complicated by the presence of various armed groups and militias, as well as the involvement of outside powers, such as Russia and Turkey, which have provided military support to the rival factions. The ongoing conflict in Libya has had significant humanitarian consequences, with widespread displacement and suffering among the civilian population. There have also been economic consequences, as the conflict has disrupted oil production, which is a major source of revenue for the country. Efforts to resolve the conflict and establish a stable and unified government have been ongoing, but so far, there has been no permanent resolution. In recent years, there have been some efforts to negotiate a peace settlement and hold elections, but these efforts have been hampered by ongoing fighting and the interference of outside powers.

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 6.38 bigger than the population of Libya (population of Algeria: 43 851 044, population of Libya: 6 871 292).

The Algeria's land area is 1.35 bigger than the land area of Libya (land area (sq km) of Algeria: 2 381 741, land area (sq km) of Libya: 1 759 540).

The position in the international influence ranking of Libya is 44, while Algeria is situated 28 places below in the ranking (position 72).

Libya maintains contact with 79 countries, while Algeria maintains contact with 49 countries.

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


The relation between Libya and Algeria through the time

The relation between Libya and Algeria hasn't changed recently, and it remains at 5.5 .


Conflict Simulator: Libya vs Algeria

Although the chances of a conflict between both countries are rare, because the relation between Libya and Algeria is NEUTRAL. Let's suppose a hypothetical conflict occurs between both countries:


Solo scenario: Libya vs Algeria

The winner of the hypothetical conflict (without allies), will be Libya with a 60.4% probability.

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