Morocco has appointed a new consul general in Sidi Bel Abbès, Algeria, according to reports on May 27, 2026. The appointment comes amid ongoing diplomatic tensions between the two North African neighbors.
The new consul, whose name has not been officially confirmed, is expected to take up the post in the coming weeks. The consulate in Sidi Bel Abbès has been a point of contention, as Algeria closed its consulate in Oujda, Morocco, in 2021, and Morocco has maintained its diplomatic presence in Algeria.
Relations between Morocco and Algeria have been strained over several issues, including the Western Sahara dispute and alleged interference in internal affairs. The appointment is seen as a potential step towards easing tensions, though no official statement has been made by either government.
