Algerian Chief of Staff, General Saïd Chanegriha, welcomed Vietnamese General Nguyen Trung Nghia, a member of the Communist Party of Vietnam's Central Committee and Director of the General Political Department of the Vietnam People's Army, in Algiers. The meeting, which took place at the Algerian Army's headquarters, focused on military cooperation between the two nations. Both sides exchanged views on issues of common interest, in the presence of senior Algerian military officials and the Vietnamese ambassador to Algeria.
General Chanegriha emphasized that the relationship between Algeria and Vietnam is not a passing or circumstantial one, but rather a bond forged in the midst of struggle and matured over decades of mutual trust and human solidarity. He expressed Algeria's full readiness to develop military cooperation with Vietnam, which would serve the interests of both countries and promote the growth and prosperity of the two friendly nations.
General Chanegriha highlighted the historical and human nature of Algerian-Vietnamese relations, which were shaped by shared experiences of struggle against colonialism and nurtured by revolutionary solidarity, mutual respect, and continuous political consultation. He noted that Vietnam was one of the first countries to support the Algerian Revolution, hosting delegations from the National Liberation Front and sharing its experiences in armed struggle and revolutionary organization.
The Vietnamese General Nguyen Trung Nghia expressed his satisfaction with the visit to Algeria and his eagerness to work towards strengthening military cooperation between the two countries. He praised the level of multidimensional coordination between Algeria and Vietnam, reflecting the strong friendship between the two nations. The Vietnamese delegation also visited the Martyrs' Monument, where they laid a wreath and paid their respects to the heroes of the Algerian War of Independence.
As part of the visit, General Nguyen Trung Nghia and his delegation also visited the memorial dedicated to the late Vietnamese leader Ho Chi Minh in Rais Hamidou. The two military leaders discussed ways to enhance cooperation and exchange experiences between the Algerian and Vietnamese armies, with a focus on areas of mutual interest and benefit.
The meeting between General Chanegriha and General Nguyen Trung Nghia reflects the ongoing efforts to strengthen ties between Algeria and Vietnam, two countries that have a long history of solidarity and cooperation. The discussions highlighted the potential for further collaboration and mutual support between the two nations, particularly in the military and defense sectors.
The visit by the Vietnamese delegation to Algeria underscores the commitment of both countries to deepening their relationship and exploring new avenues for cooperation. The talks between the two military leaders demonstrated a shared desire to build on the foundations of their friendship and to promote peace, stability, and prosperity in the region.
Key points
- Algeria and Vietnam reaffirm their commitment to strengthening military cooperation and exchanging experiences.
- The two countries' military leaders discuss ways to enhance collaboration in areas of mutual interest.
- The visit reflects the long history of solidarity and cooperation between Algeria and Vietnam.
