Algerian Foreign Minister Ahmed Attaf has stated that good neighborliness has become a fundamental condition for achieving collective security in Africa. He made this statement during the ministerial meeting of the African Union's Peace and Security Council, which focused on "good neighborliness and regional responses to security and terrorist challenges in Africa." Attaf emphasized the need for coordinated regional action based on dialogue, consultation, and security cooperation.
Attaf highlighted the growing trans-border nature of terrorist threats, organized crime, and the flow of illicit arms and funds. He stressed that individual national responses are insufficient and that a collective approach is necessary to address these challenges. The minister also recalled Algeria's priority of combating terrorist financing and drying up its sources, particularly by countering the exploitation of advanced technologies for terrorist purposes.
Ahmed Attaf mentioned the "Algeria Guiding Principles" adopted by the UN Security Council in January 2025. These principles provide a framework for enhancing international efforts to combat terrorist financing. He also acknowledged the role of President Abdelmadjid Tebboune in promoting the African Union's efforts to combat terrorism and violent extremism.
Attaf outlined Algeria's approach to security, which combines military and security measures with development, reconciliation, and the strengthening of state institutions. He cited Algeria's experience in the Sahel region, where the country has supported dialogue, reconciliation, and security cooperation. The minister also highlighted several major projects, including the Trans-Saharan Highway and the Nigeria-Algeria gas pipeline.
These projects aim to promote economic development and regional integration. Attaf emphasized that Algeria's experience in the Sahel region demonstrates the importance of a comprehensive approach to security, combining military and security measures with development and reconciliation. He also stressed the need for African-led solutions to security challenges.
Ahmed Attaf concluded his statement by emphasizing the importance of African ownership and leadership in addressing security challenges. He called for a shift from early warning to early action and from crisis management to prevention. The minister reaffirmed Algeria's commitment to promoting collective security and stability in Africa.
Attaf's statement reflects Algeria's commitment to promoting peace and security in Africa. The country's approach emphasizes the importance of good neighborliness, regional cooperation, and African-led solutions to security challenges. The minister's statement also highlights Algeria's experience in addressing security challenges in the Sahel region.
Key points
- Ahmed Attaf emphasizes good neighborliness as a condition for achieving collective security in Africa.
- Algeria prioritizes combating terrorist financing and drying up its sources.
- Attaf calls for African-led solutions to security challenges.
