In the context of strengthening the deep-rooted fraternal relations between the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and the People’s Democratic Republic of Algeria, and based on the directives of His Royal Highness Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, Crown Prince and Prime Minister, His Royal Highness Prince Abdulaziz bin Saud bin Nayef bin Abdulaziz, Minister of Interior, paid an official visit to the Algerian capital, where he met with His Excellency President Abdelmadjid Tebboune, President of the People’s Democratic Republic of Algeria, at the Presidential Palace.
Fraternal messages and confirmation of the depth of relations
Prince Abdulaziz bin Saud began the meeting by conveying the greetings and appreciation of the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques, King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, and His Royal Highness Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz, to the President of Algeria, along with their sincere wishes for the continued progress, prosperity, security, and stability of the brotherly Republic of Algeria, its government and people. This meeting reflected the Saudi leadership's commitment to ongoing communication with Arab brothers and to strengthening cooperation across various fields.
Security and strategic issues on the table for discussion
The meeting included a comprehensive review of the distinguished bilateral relations between the two brotherly countries, with a particular focus on existing security cooperation. These discussions come at a time when there is a growing need to coordinate joint security efforts to address contemporary challenges, including combating terrorism and organized crime, enhancing border security, and exchanging expertise and modern technologies in policing and security fields, thus contributing to strengthening the Arab national security system.
A rich history of joint cooperation
Saudi-Algerian relations are based on a long historical legacy of shared positions and mutual respect, with both countries being cornerstones of joint Arab action. These relations are characterized by continuous development across various political, economic, and security fields, driven by a shared desire of both countries' leaderships to elevate them to strategic levels that serve the interests of both brotherly peoples.
The importance of coordination in light of regional challenges
This meeting is of paramount importance given the current regional and international circumstances, as Saudi-Algerian coordination plays a pivotal role in bolstering stability in the Arab region. The meeting underscores the convergence of views on the necessity of concerted efforts to preserve security and peace and support comprehensive development initiatives, reflecting the significant political and strategic weight that both Riyadh and Algiers wield on the regional and international stages.
