On September 26, 2026, Algerian Minister of National Defense and Chief of Staff of the People's National Army, Field Marshal Saïd Chanegriha, welcomed Vietnamese General Nguyen Trong Nghia, Director of the General Political Department of the Vietnam People's Army, at the headquarters of the Algerian Army. The meeting was marked by a ceremony, including the national anthems of both countries and a military honors presentation.
The two military leaders held in-depth discussions on bilateral military cooperation, exchanging views on issues of mutual interest. The meeting was attended by senior Algerian military officials, including the Commander of the Land Forces, the General Secretary of the Ministry of National Defense, and the Commander of the Republican Guard. The Vietnamese delegation also included Ambassador to Algeria and members of the military.
Field Marshal Chanegriha emphasized the historical and human ties between Algeria and Vietnam, forged through shared struggles against colonialism and nurtured by mutual respect and solidarity. He highlighted Vietnam's early support for Algeria's revolution, including hosting delegations from the National Liberation Front and sharing experiences in armed struggle and revolutionary organization.
General Nguyen Trong Nghia expressed his satisfaction with the visit and his desire to enhance military cooperation between the two countries. He praised the level of coordination between Algeria and Vietnam, describing it as multidimensional and strong. The Vietnamese delegation also visited the Martyr's Monument, where they laid a wreath and paid respects to the heroes of Algeria's liberation struggle.
As part of the visit, General Nguyen Trong Nghia signed the Golden Book of the Algerian Army's General Staff, marking a symbolic gesture of friendship and cooperation. The two countries have a long history of cooperation, with Algeria being one of the first countries to support Vietnam's struggle for independence.
Field Marshal Chanegriha reaffirmed Algeria's commitment to strengthening military cooperation with Vietnam, stating that the two countries' relationship is not transient or circumstantial but rather rooted in shared history and human solidarity. He emphasized the importance of building a strong and ideal partnership between the two nations.
The visit concluded with a gesture of friendship, as the two delegations exchanged gifts. The meeting between Field Marshal Chanegriha and General Nguyen Trong Nghia reflects the ongoing efforts of both countries to enhance their military cooperation and strengthen their bilateral ties.
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- Algeria and Vietnam discuss ways to enhance military cooperation and strengthen bilateral ties.
