Algeria and Belgium have agreed to strengthen economic, investment, and trade ties. The two countries' top diplomats, Lounas Mokrane, Secretary-General of Algeria's Ministry of Foreign Affairs, and Theodora Gints, Secretary-General of Belgium's Ministry of Foreign Affairs, European Affairs, and Development Cooperation, co-chaired the sixth round of Algerian-Belgian political consultations in Brussels. The discussions reviewed the current state of bilateral relations and explored ways to implement the outcomes of Algerian Minister of State for Foreign Affairs Ahmed Attaf's visit to Brussels on March 31 and April 1, 2026.
The consultations aimed to boost cooperation in various sectors, including energy, agriculture, pharmaceutical industry, transportation, port services, health, social security, education, and training. Both sides emphasized the need to enhance economic, investment, and trade cooperation to match their shared ambitions. They also highlighted the importance of promoting trade exchanges and encouraging productive investments to consolidate the existing economic partnership.
The Algerian-Belgian consultations provided an opportunity for the two countries to exchange views on regional and international issues of mutual interest. These issues included developments in the Middle East, particularly the Palestinian question, the Sahel region, and Western Sahara. The discussions demonstrated the commitment of both countries to strengthening their bilateral relations and addressing global challenges.
The sixth round of Algerian-Belgian political consultations took place in a positive and dynamic context, reflecting the recent progress in bilateral relations. The two countries have been working to enhance their cooperation in various areas, including politics, economy, and culture. The consultations aimed to build on this momentum and explore new opportunities for collaboration.
Algeria and Belgium have a long history of diplomatic relations, and their cooperation has been steadily growing over the years. The two countries have signed several agreements and memoranda of understanding to promote trade, investment, and cultural exchange. The recent consultations demonstrated their commitment to further strengthening their bilateral ties.
The Algerian delegation's visit to Brussels was part of a broader effort to enhance Algeria's relations with European countries. Algeria has been seeking to diversify its trade and investment partners and strengthen its economic ties with the European Union. The consultations with Belgium were an important step in this direction.
The two countries' diplomats agreed to continue their efforts to promote economic cooperation and implement the agreements reached during the consultations. They also emphasized the importance of regular dialogue and consultation to address any challenges and opportunities that may arise in their bilateral relations.
Key points
- Algeria and Belgium have identified areas to enhance economic, investment, and trade cooperation, including energy, agriculture, and pharmaceutical industry.
- The two countries have agreed to promote trade exchanges and encourage productive investments to consolidate their economic partnership.
- Algeria and Belgium have exchanged views on regional and international issues of mutual interest, including developments in the Middle East and the Sahel region.
