Defense Ministry of Algeria asks $10.3 billion budget to increase military power of country 1303135

Algeria's powerful armed forces, which operate Africa's largest defense budget, are seeking a 14 percent hike in defense spending as they awaits delivery of two German A200 frigates and 19 Russian T-90 tanks. The Defense Ministry of Algeria has requested a $10.3 billion budget for 2013 that reflects the country's military modernization drive and the widening security challenges it faces.
Wednesday, March 13, 2013, 01:05 PM