Algeria’s Prime Minister, Sifi Ghrieb, met with Niger’s President, General Abdourahamane Tiani, in Niamey on Wednesday. During the meeting, Ghrieb conveyed warm greetings from Algeria’s President Abdelmadjid Tebboune and reiterated his personal commitment to strengthening fraternal ties and solidarity between the two neighboring nations.
landmark power plant project finalized in record time
The high-level talks focused on reviewing the progress of bilateral cooperation across multiple sectors. They also assessed the outcomes of President Tiani’s February visit to Algeria and his discussions with President Tebboune. Additionally, both sides examined the initiatives agreed upon during the second session of the Algeria-Niger Joint High Commission held in Niamey last March.
President Tiani expressed deep appreciation for President Tebboune’s dedication to bilateral cooperation, highlighting the rapid realization of the joint power plant project as a testament to the strong bonds and shared vision between the two countries. He emphasized their determination to build a robust and diversified partnership that serves both nations’ interests and advances the development aspirations of their peoples.
a shining example of south-south cooperation
President Tiani praised the remarkable pace of project implementation, noting that the exceptional momentum in Algeria-Niger relations sets a benchmark for South-South cooperation. He reaffirmed his and President Tebboune’s shared resolve to elevate their partnership to unprecedented levels.
Prime Minister Ghrieb commended the significant strides made in bilateral cooperation, which has entered a new phase of joint political commitment and tangible on-the-ground progress. He credited the success to the strategic guidance of both leaders and their commitment to closely monitoring the jointly established roadmap.
regional stability and economic integration take center stage
Ghrieb underscored Algeria’s ongoing dedication to enhancing bilateral cooperation across key sectors, including energy, hydrocarbons, infrastructure, healthcare, education, digital transformation, and transportation. He also stressed the importance of advancing regional projects that drive economic development and deepen integration.
The discussions covered trade and economic cooperation programs, as well as strategic regional initiatives. Both sides emphasized the need to expedite project execution to support economic growth and strengthen regional integration. They also reviewed regional challenges, reaffirming their commitment to bilateral consultations and coordination to address these issues and bolster peace, security, and stability in the region.
