Algerian President and candidate in the forthcoming presidential elections, Abdelaziz Bouteflika (C) waves to supporters during an election campaign rally on March 29, 2009 in Souk Ahras 615 km east of Algiers. Campaigning in the presidential elections started March 19 with six candidates, and takes place on April 9. Getty Images logo Getty Images 35 months ago

Algerian President and candidate in the forthcoming presidential elections, Abdelaziz Bouteflika (C) waves to supporters during an election campaign rally on March 29, 2009 in Souk Ahras 615 km east of Algiers. Campaigning in the presidential elections started March 19 with six candidates, and takes place on April 9.