Algeria and Spain have signed two agreements aimed at strengthening their partnership in the red meat sector. The agreements were signed on Monday between Algerian and Spanish entities, including the Algerian Red Meat Company "Alviar" and Spanish organizations "Interovic" and "Proveco". The deals focus on exchanging expertise and information, improving animal breeds, and developing logistical services.
The first agreement was signed between "Alviar", which is part of the "Agro Log" group, and the Spanish organizations "Interovic" and "Proveco". The second agreement was signed between the Spanish organizations and the National Union of Red Meat Importers. The agreements aim to enhance cooperation between the two countries in the red meat sector.
The agreements were signed on the sidelines of a bilateral meeting held under the theme "Unifying Markets, Supporting the Sector". The meeting brought together Algerian and Spanish economic operators to discuss opportunities for cooperation and partnership in the red meat sector. The agreements are expected to boost the presence of Spanish companies in Algeria.
According to Mohamed Rezki, CEO of "Alviar", the agreements aim to improve animal breeds and develop logistical services. Rezki also stated that the "Agro Log" group has taken all necessary measures to meet the demand for red meat during the holy month of Ramadan. The group is working in coordination with the Ministry of Trade to ensure a stable supply of red meat.
Sufian Bahbou, spokesperson for the National Union of Red Meat Importers, said that preparations for Ramadan began six months ago. Bahbou emphasized that all necessary quantities of red meat will be imported to avoid any shortages. He also highlighted the importance of the partnership with Spanish companies in modernizing slaughterhouses and developing intensive livestock farming.
Spanish Ambassador to Algeria Ramiro Fernandez Bachiller expressed his country's desire to move from a stage of commercial exchanges to developing sustainable bilateral cooperation in the livestock sector. He noted that Spain is the main supplier of red meat to Algeria and aims to strengthen its presence in the country.
The economic and commercial counselor at the Spanish Embassy, Cristina E Olazabal Valiente, stated that Algeria is the main destination for Spanish beef exports outside the European Union. The meeting concluded with bilateral discussions between Algerian and Spanish economic operators to explore opportunities for cooperation and partnership in the red meat sector.
Key points
- Algeria and Spain have signed two cooperation agreements to enhance their partnership in the red meat sector.
- The agreements focus on exchanging expertise and information, improving animal breeds, and developing logistical services.
- The partnership aims to boost the presence of Spanish companies in Algeria and ensure a stable supply of red meat during the holy month of Ramadan.
