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Algiers, May 4, 2026 — Algerian Prime Minister Sifi Ghrieb held a telephone conversation on Monday with Tunisian Prime Minister Sara Al-Zaafraani Al-Zanzeri to express gratitude for Tunisia’s rapid response and support following a road accident involving an Algerian tourist bus.

Ghraib conveyed President Abdelmadjid Tebboune’s gratitude for the quick intervention, medical care, and smooth evacuation of the injured after the bus veered off the road on May 1 in Majaz al-Bab, Tunisia.

He also conveyed President Tebboune’s thanks to President Kais Saied, highlighting the strong fraternal ties between the two countries.The Tunisian Prime Minister reaffirmed Tunisia’s commitment to solidarity and cooperation with Algeria.

Algiers – The Algerian Olympic Committee is continuing its efforts to implement its pioneering ‘Paperless Digitalisation’ project, which aims to modernise administrative and sporting management processes and reduce reliance on traditional paper-based transactions, thereby helping to speed up operations and enhance transparency, in partnership with global technology leaders.

The Committee’s President, Abdelrahman Hammad, met with a delegation from global sports technology companies, where they exchanged views and expertise and explored avenues for cooperation to develop a digital infrastructure based on artificial intelligence. An ‘Artificial Intelligence Committee’ has also been established to explore the use of artificial intelligence tools in the sports sector, with the aim of developing strategies to identify young talent and enhance the experience of athletes and fans.

ALGIERS – Moscow has officially expressed its readiness to assist Algiers in achieving its 2035 development goals. This commitment was affirmed by Sergey Cheremin, Minister of the Moscow City Government and Head of the Department for External Economic and International Relations.

During his visit to Algiers for the “Moscow Days” and the Algerian-Russian Business Forum, Cheremin highlighted Moscow’s willingness to share expertise in infrastructure and digitalization to support the Algerian capital’s urban planning strategy.

Key Highlights of the Partnership:

Technological Exchange: Moscow aims to share its advancements in Artificial Intelligence (AI) across sectors including housing, social affairs, education, and public health.

Urban Infrastructure: Leveraging its status as one of the world’s most dynamic cities, Moscow offers expertise in accelerated metro network development and digital transport solutions.

Strategic Gateway: Cheremin described Algeria as a “gateway to Africa,” citing the attractiveness of its market for foreign investment, particularly in rail, port modernization, and urban expansion.

Economic Interest: Large-scale Algerian projects are drawing significant interest from Russian economic operators, particularly within the framework of UN-Habitat initiatives in Africa.