Algerian President Abdel Madjid Tebboune's government has reaffirmed its commitment to standing by the Palestinian people. On Wednesday, September 24, the Speaker of the Algerian National Council, Azzouz Nasseri, met with Palestinian Ambassador to Algeria, Fayez Abu Aita. According to a statement from the council, Nasseri emphasized that Algeria will continue to support Palestine, with the country's leadership, people, and institutions united in their solidarity.
Nasseri welcomed Abu Aita, highlighting the role of Algeria in promoting relations with Palestine and appreciating the country's efforts in supporting the Palestinian cause. The two officials discussed the historical ties between Algeria and Palestine, which are based on a strong political and fraternal foundation. Nasseri stressed that the Palestinian issue holds a fixed position in Algeria's policy at all levels.
The Speaker of the National Council praised the official and popular solidarity shown by Palestine towards Algeria during the recent wildfires that affected several regions of the country. Nasseri considered this stance as an expression of the strong bonds between the two peoples. He also inquired about the latest developments in the occupied Palestinian territories, given the ongoing escalation and worsening humanitarian situation.
Nasseri reiterated that the Palestinian cause remains a top priority for Algeria, both diplomatically and parliamentary. He stated that Algeria's position is based on the unconditional support for the legitimate national rights of the Palestinian people, including their right to establish an independent state with full sovereignty within the 1967 borders, with Jerusalem as its capital, in accordance with international legitimacy.
Nasseri recalled Algeria's active role as a non-permanent member of the UN Security Council, where the country made significant diplomatic efforts to stop the aggression on Gaza, protect civilians, and ensure the delivery of humanitarian aid. He also highlighted Algeria's efforts to promote Palestine's status in the international community, particularly by chairing the committee that supports Palestine's bid for full membership in the United Nations.
The Speaker of the National Council touched on the situation of Palestinian prisoners, stressing that preserving their rights and ensuring their treatment in accordance with international humanitarian law is an international responsibility. Nasseri reaffirmed the Algerian parliament's commitment to continuing its support for the Palestinian cause through various international parliamentary forums.
Abu Aita expressed his appreciation for Algeria's consistent and principled stance on the Palestinian issue, led by President Tebboune. He praised the country's continued political support and solidarity with the Palestinian people in various forums. The Palestinian Ambassador briefed Nasseri on the latest developments in the Gaza Strip and other occupied Palestinian territories, given the ongoing humanitarian and security challenges.
Key points
- Algeria reaffirms its support for Palestine's right to establish an independent state with full sovereignty within the 1967 borders.
- Algerian lawmakers pledge to continue their support for the Palestinian cause through various international parliamentary forums.
- Algeria's leadership, people, and institutions are united in their solidarity with the Palestinian people.
