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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.

The European Commissioner responsible for Mediterranean affairs, Dubravka Šuica, is paying an official visit to Algeria on May 4–5 to strengthen bilateral and regional cooperation between the European Union and Algeria.

The talks will focus on opportunities within the EU’s Mediterranean Pact, covering trade, investment, energy, migration, and security. During her stay, Šuica will hold high-level meetings with several Algerian ministries, including Foreign Affairs, Interior, Education, and Energy.

A key session is scheduled with Minister of Hydrocarbons Mohamed Arkab, where discussions will center on the long-standing energy partnership between Algeria and the EU and the shared ambition to advance ecological transition. This visit underscores the EU’s commitment to deepening ties with Algeria, positioning the country as a pivotal partner in shaping a more integrated and sustainable Mediterranean region.

Final preparations are underway in the Mauritanian capital, Nouakchott, for the eighth edition of the Algerian Products and Services Fair, with a record turnout of over 350 Algerian companies taking part in this major economic event, which reflects the growing dynamism of economic relations between Algeria and Mauritania, according to a statement issued on Monday by the Ministry of Foreign Trade and Export Promotion.

The statement added that this event will provide a comprehensive platform to showcase a diverse range of Algerian products and services, thereby strengthening partnership opportunities and opening up new horizons for cooperation between economic actors in both countries.

The statement also noted that on-site preparations are proceeding at a rapid pace, with exhibition stands being set up in accordance with modern standards, alongside the scheduling of bilateral business-to-business (B2B) meetings between economic operators and the organisation of specialised economic seminars to discuss investment opportunities and explore new areas for bilateral partnership.

In conclusion, this exhibition is expected to serve as a strategic platform for strengthening the presence of Algerian products in the Mauritanian market and supporting efforts to boost exports outside the hydrocarbons sector.