Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)

The United Nations General Assembly adopted the sustainable development goals agenda in 2015, to be achieved by the year 2030. It constitutes a roadmap for achieving a better and more sustainable future, with the goals comprising 17 interconnected SDGs representing an integral part of a UN resolution entitled the "International Agenda 2030". The 17 Sustainable Development Goals include four major themes -- environmental, social, economic and partnerships. The unique facet of this agenda is that it is the very first agreement of 193 member countries of the UN, together with hundreds of thousands of stakeholders to achieve one long-term vision for the future.

The SDGs serve as an extensive road map and a large-scale agenda requiring close collaboration of the public and private sectors, including the entire community to develop and implement strategies that enhance the quality of life in a sustainable approach. It also provides specific targets and indicators for all member states to incorporate in their national action plans while giving emphasis on the environmental challenges that the world is experiencing.

Algeria has made these goals a fundamental part of its vision and future ambitions, making them an essential element of the 2029 agenda. The country has committed itself to "not leaving anyone behind." The sustainable development goals have been incorporated in the development strategies of Algeria. The National Committee on SDGs was established last few years, with the Government ambition. They share responsibility for implementing the sustainable development goals at the national level, monitoring progress on the goals, engaging relevant stakeholders, and submitting periodic reports on the country's achievements, in addition to building a comprehensive action plan and ensuring that these goals are aligned with the Algerians national development priorities and Algerian Vision 2029.