Algeria and Russia have signed an executive program for cultural cooperation that will run until 2030. The agreement was reached during a bilateral meeting between Algerian Minister of Culture and Arts, Mylika Bendoda, and her Russian counterpart, Olga Lyubimova, on the sidelines of the 12th St. Petersburg International Cultural Forum. The program aims to implement joint projects and initiatives in various fields, including artistic training, cinema, theater, music, and heritage.
The program will focus on organizing joint cultural events, including film festivals, theater performances, and music concerts. It also aims to promote academic and artistic exchanges between the two countries, with a focus on training and capacity building. The two ministers discussed ways to expand cultural and artistic partnerships, including cooperation in cinema, theater, and music.
During their meeting, Bendoda and Lyubimova also reviewed preparations for the 65th anniversary of Algeria-Russia diplomatic relations in 2027. They emphasized the importance of developing cinematic cooperation, particularly in film production and training. The two ministers highlighted the rich cultural and artistic heritage shared by Algeria and Russia.
Bendoda noted that many Algerian intellectuals received their training in Russia and have become prominent figures in the country's artistic scene. She emphasized the importance of strengthening cultural ties between the two nations. Lyubimova, in turn, praised the participation of Algerian children in the Children's Cultural Forum held in Moscow last August.
The Russian minister considered the participation of Algerian children in the forum as a positive step towards strengthening rapprochement between the two countries. The two ministers expressed their commitment to promoting cultural exchange and cooperation between Algeria and Russia.
The executive program for cultural cooperation between Algeria and Russia is a significant step towards strengthening bilateral relations. It reflects the two countries' shared commitment to promoting cultural exchange and understanding. The program is expected to have a positive impact on the cultural and artistic landscape of both nations.
The agreement is also expected to pave the way for future collaborations between Algerian and Russian artists, filmmakers, and musicians. It will provide opportunities for cultural institutions and organizations in both countries to work together on joint projects and initiatives.
Key points
- Algeria and Russia have signed a cultural cooperation program that will run until 2030.
- The program aims to promote cultural exchange and cooperation in various fields, including artistic training, cinema, theater, music, and heritage.
- The two countries plan to celebrate the 65th anniversary of their diplomatic relations in 2027.
