Military Personnel as a Percentage of Population in Algeria, 1987-2016

From 1987 to 2016, Algeria's military personnel as a percentage of its population exhibited a steady decline. Starting at 0.7% in 1987, the proportion dropped to 0.5% by 1988, maintaining this level until 1994. A further reduction to 0.4% occurred in 1995, reflecting Algeria's adjustments to stabilize military presence during its internal unrest. This 0.4% rate remained constant through 2011, after which it dropped to 0.3% from 2012 to 2016. These shifts correlate with Algeria’s focus on internal security and broader demographic growth, gradually reducing the relative military personnel need in favor of economic and social development priorities.