ENGLISH IN ALGERIAN HIGHER EDUCATION AND PUBLIC ADMINISTRATION: BETWEEN POLICY PROSPECTS AND LEGAL REALITIES

The linguistic context of Algeria is characterized by its complexity and diversity, formed by its historical background, post-independence Arabization policies, and growing international relationships. While the official and national languages in the country are Modern Standard Arabic (MSA) and Tamazight (Berber language), French has long maintained a prominent position in government, education, and administration as a second language. In contemporary contexts, however, English language has gained visibility in numerous sectors, mainly higher education as a medium of Instruction (EMI) and public administrations. This direction echoes the Algerian intention to movebeyond the Francophone sphere towards global opennessthrough broader socio-political shifts. Therefore, this analytical paper has explored the emerging role of the English language in Algerian higher education and public administration, highlighting its legal and political dimensions from instruction to application through a review of current prerequisites, legal announcements, and policy prospects.