Algerian and South African Foreign Ministers Discuss Strengthening Bilateral Cooperation and African Coordination

On the sidelines of his participation in the meetings of the Executive Council of the African Union, held in Addis Ababa, the Minister of State, Minister of Foreign Affairs, National Community Abroad and African Affairs, Mr. Ahmed Attaf, held bilateral talks with the Minister of International Relations and Cooperation of the sister Republic of South Africa, Mr. Ronald Lamola, within the framework of ongoing consultation between the two countries on African issues of common interest.

The meeting provided an opportunity to exchange analyses and perspectives on the major challenges facing the African continent today, with a focus on strengthening coordination among African states through African Union mechanisms to address these challenges effectively. The two Ministers also discussed ways to consolidate the traditional bonds of friendship and cooperation between Algeria and South Africa, in line with the directives of the Presidents of the two countries, and to expand the bilateral partnership into broader political, economic, and cultural horizons.

Both sides emphasized the importance of continuing consultation and coordination between their countries within the organs of the African Union and in various international fora, to support peace, stability, and sustainable development across Africa, reflecting their shared commitment to strengthening African solidarity.