Algerian and Spanish officials met in Madrid on September 28, 2026, to discuss bilateral relations and prepare for an upcoming high-level meeting. The meeting was led by Algerian Foreign Ministry Secretary General Lounas Magramane and Spanish State Secretary for Foreign Affairs Diego Martínez Pelíu. The talks reviewed the current state of relations between the two countries, which have seen significant progress recently, particularly after Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez's visit to Algeria on July 20, 2026.
The discussions focused on various areas of cooperation, including the preparation for the eighth Algerian-Spanish High-Level Meeting, expected to take place in Madrid in the coming weeks. The meeting will provide an opportunity to evaluate the current state of cooperation and outline new prospects for the bilateral partnership. The two sides also reviewed draft agreements and memoranda of understanding to be signed during the meeting.
The economic aspect of the relations was also discussed, with both sides expressing satisfaction with the current level of trade between the two countries. They emphasized the importance of encouraging productive investment in Algeria, given its potential and the advantages offered by the new investment law for foreign companies. The two sides also explored ways to reactivate the partnership between Algeria and the European Union.
On international and regional issues, the two sides exchanged views on the current developments in the Middle East and their implications for global peace and security, as well as the global economy. They also discussed the Palestinian issue, the Western Sahara question, the situation in the Sahel region, and the situation in Libya.
The talks also covered the partnership between Algeria and the European Union, with both sides seeking to strengthen cooperation. Algeria is a key player in the region, and its relations with the EU are crucial for regional stability. The two sides reaffirmed their commitment to working together to promote peace and stability in the region.
At the end of the consultations, both sides expressed satisfaction with the results of the talks and looked forward to continuing their joint work and intensifying coordination to open up new prospects for bilateral cooperation. The meeting demonstrated the commitment of both countries to strengthening their relations and promoting cooperation in various fields.
The high-level meeting between Algeria and Spain is expected to strengthen bilateral relations and promote cooperation in various fields, including economy, politics, and security. The two countries have a long history of cooperation, and the upcoming meeting is seen as an opportunity to further enhance their relations and promote peace and stability in the region.
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- Algeria and Spain are preparing for a high-level meeting in Madrid to discuss cooperation and strengthen bilateral relations.
