What are the natural resources in Algeria?

The oil and gas sector is the backbone of the economy, accounting for about 35 per cent of the gross domestic product, and two-thirds of total exports. The country's other natural resources include iron ore, phosphates, uranium and lead. Algeria's President is HE Abdelaziz Bouteflika. The country joined OPEC in 1969. read more

Quick Answer. The natural resources of Algeria include minerals such as lead, iron ore and zinc, and energy sources, specifically petroleum and natural gas. These resources have caused Algeria to shift from focusing on agriculture. read more

Crude oil and natural gas, Algeria's main resources, have been produced since the 1950s. Algeria also has diverse minerals, including iron ore, zinc, silver, copper ore, lead, gold, and phosphates. read more

Oil and Gas. Algeria is endowed oil and has been ranked 15th in terms of proven oil reserves of 12.2 billion barrels in the world and 3rd in Africa as of January 1, 2013. The country has been ranked 7th in the world in terms of proven gas resources of 4.5trillion cubic meters. read more

The natural resources of Algeria include minerals such as lead, iron ore and zinc, and energy sources, specifically petroleum and natural gas. These resources have caused Algeria to shift from focusing on agriculture. read more

Algeria is endowed oil and has been ranked 15th in terms of proven oil reserves of 12.2 billion barrels in the world and 3rd in Africa as of January 1, 2013 The country has been ranked 7th in the world in terms of proven gas resources of 4.5trillion cubic meters. Solar Energy The country has solar potential of 3000 hours of sunshine per year. read more

Crude oil and natural gas, Algeria's main resources, have been produced since the 1950s. Algeria also has diverse minerals, including iron ore, zinc, silver, copper ore, lead, gold, and phosphates. In the 1960s and 1970s, Algeria sought to become a major manufacturer, with investments in building materials, refined products, and steel; none of these sectors are competitive on world markets. read more