Algerian General of the Army Said Chanegriha recently visited the 2nd Military Region, where he met with cadres and personnel. In an orientation speech, he discussed the country's proactive and preventive approach to addressing common threats and challenges with neighboring countries. This approach is part of Algeria's efforts to strengthen its strategic choices related to the national renewal project, particularly in consolidating cooperation with neighboring countries.
General Chanegriha highlighted the country's progress under the leadership of President Abdelmadjid Tebboune, who is also the Supreme Commander of the Armed Forces and Minister of National Defense. He noted that Algeria is advancing resolutely in strengthening its strategic choices, with a focus on cooperation with neighboring countries. The General of the Army also mentioned the recent decision to send a military unit to northern Niger in response to a request from Nigerien authorities.
The decision to send a military unit to Niger was made in accordance with constitutional principles and aims to protect common energy installations and projects. The move was approved unanimously by the Algerian Parliament, comprising both chambers, at the end of October. General Chanegriha emphasized that this decision reflects the will of both countries to protect their investments and infrastructure, particularly in the face of security threats in the region.
The security threats in the region include terrorist and subversive activities with regional and international ramifications. Algeria and Niger share borders, security interests, and strategic concerns, making cooperation between the two countries crucial. The two nations are directly exposed to threats in the Sahel region.
General Chanegriha also addressed the upcoming local elections scheduled for November 28. He stressed the importance of ensuring the success and smooth conduct of these elections, which represent a significant national event and a new stage in the construction of a new Algeria. The General of the Army emphasized the civic duty of members of the People's National Army to exercise their right to vote in accordance with the laws of the Republic.
In addition to exercising their right to vote, members of the People's National Army will work to ensure the smooth conduct of the elections, allowing citizens to express their voices in a climate of serenity, calmness, and stability. After the meeting, General Chanegriha listened to the concerns and interventions of the cadres and personnel of the 2nd Military Region, who expressed their commitment to continuing efforts to secure borders and protect the territory.
General Chanegriha concluded his visit with a ceremony, where he paid tribute to the hero martyr Ahmed Boudjenane, also known as Si Abbès. He observed a moment of silence in his memory, laid a wreath of flowers before his commemorative stele, and recited the Fatiha of the Holy Quran in his memory and that of other valiant Chouhada.
Key points
- Algeria adopts a proactive and preventive approach to address common threats and challenges with neighboring countries.
- The country sends a military unit to northern Niger to protect common energy installations and projects.
- Algeria prepares for local elections, with the People's National Army ensuring a smooth and secure voting process.
