President of the Republic Abdelaziz Bouteflika on Wednesday, July, 12, 2017, has appointed Hacene Mermouri minister of Tourism and Craft Industry, said the Presidency of the Republic in a statement.
"In accordance with article 93 of the Constitution and after consultation with the Prime Minister, His Excellency, President of the Republic Abdelaziz Bouteflika has appointed, today, Hacene Mermouri minister of Tourism and Craft Industry," said the Presidency's statement.