Bill on social insurance: Council of Ministers approves extension of maternity leave

ALGIERS–The Council of Ministers, chaired by President of the Republic Abdelmadjid Tebboune, approved on Monday the extension of maternity leave as part of the bill on social insurance, said the Council of Ministers in a statement.

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“The approved bill enshrines women's right to equal pay and benefits,” said the source.

President Tebboune “commended the significant progress Algeria has made in advancing women's rights, as demonstrated by this bill that promotes equality between all Algerians, aligning with the principles of the November 1st Declaration and recognizing women's participation in the Liberation Revolution.”[/ecr]