Neighbors agree to restart trans-Saharan gas pipeline

On February 18, 2026, neighboring countries agreed to restart the trans-Saharan gas pipeline project, a significant infrastructure initiative aimed at transporting natural gas across the Sahara Desert. This agreement involves key regional actors committed to enhancing energy cooperation and boosting gas exports to international markets. The pipeline is expected to facilitate increased energy supply security and economic integration in the region. The revival of this project could impact global energy markets by potentially increasing the availability of natural gas from Africa.