International relations between Niger and Algeria

Flag of niger versus Flag of algeria


The relation between Niger 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 Niger

Diverse Sources: UN, WorldBank, Niger Statistics Office/Department. Most recent available data
Capital Niamey
Population 24 206 644
Land Area (sq km) 1 266 700
Main religion Islam, indigenous beliefs
Life Expectancy 56 years

Niger is a landlocked country in West Africa, bordered by Algeria, Chad, Libya, Burkina Faso, Benin, Nigeria, and Mali. It is a largely desert country, with a hot, arid climate and sparse vegetation. The population is primarily made up of Hausa, Fulani, and Tuareg people, and the country has a diverse mix of cultures and languages. Politically, Niger is a presidential democratic republic, with a president elected by popular vote. The country has a history of military coups and political instability, but has been relatively stable in recent years. The government has faced challenges in addressing poverty, corruption, and inadequate infrastructure and development, particularly in rural areas. Niger is rich in natural resources, including uranium, oil, and gold, and it is a major producer of uranium for the global market. However, the country is one of the poorest in the world, with a low per capita income and a high rate of poverty. It is heavily dependent on foreign aid and is classified as a least developed country by the United Nations. Geopolitically, Niger is an important transit route for West African trade, and it has strong ties to its neighbors and to the larger West African region. It is also a key partner in regional efforts to counter terrorism and promote stability in the Sahel region.

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 1.81 bigger than the population of Niger (population of Algeria: 43 851 044, population of Niger: 24 206 644).

The Algeria's land area is 1.88 bigger than the land area of Niger (land area (sq km) of Algeria: 2 381 741, land area (sq km) of Niger: 1 266 700).

The position in the international influence ranking of Algeria is 72, while Niger is situated 105 places below in the ranking (position 177).

Algeria maintains contact with 49 countries, while Niger maintains contact with 10 countries.

Algeria maintains an excellent relation with 3 countries, while in the case of Niger, this figure drops to 1.


Conflict Simulator: Niger vs Algeria


Solo scenario: Niger vs Algeria

The winner of the hypothetical conflict (without allies), will be Algeria with a 87.1% probability.

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