The Algerian parliamentary elections that took place on Thursday 4 May were marked by relative stability. The retention of the main parties (that of President Bouteflika, the FLN, and its ally the RND) is coupled, however, by another notable fact: the extent of disaffection from the electorate.
"The overall turnout (...) stood at 37.09%", according to news agency APS. The new parliament will be "clearly dominated by the majority that has governed since the accession of President...