Arkab s’entretient à Sorrento avec le directeur général de la compagnie italienne Edison
Summary of the Meeting between Algerian and Italian Energy Leaders
On Friday, Algeria’s Minister of Energy, Mines, and Renewable Energy, Mohamed Arkab, engaged in discussions with Nicola Monti, the General Director of the Italian energy company Edison, in Sorrento, Italy. This meeting coincided with Arkab’s participation in the 4th edition of the international forum titled "Towards the South: The European Strategy for a New Geopolitical, Economic, and Sociocultural Season in the Mediterranean."
Key Participants and Context
The meeting included several notable attendees, such as Rachid Hachichi, CEO of Sonatrach, Mourad Adjal, CEO of Sonelgaz, Algeria’s ambassador to Italy, the consul general in Naples, and various sector officials. The discussions primarily focused on enhancing cooperation and identifying partnership opportunities between Sonatrach and Edison, specifically in the energy sector.
Areas of Cooperation
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Hydrocarbons and Natural Gas Marketing: Both parties explored avenues to fortify their partnership through structural projects in hydrocarbons and natural gas marketing.
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Green Hydrogen Development: They discussed various aspects of developing green hydrogen projects, aiming to leverage Algeria’s renewable energy potential.
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Infrastructure Cooperation: The meeting also addressed collaboration in energy infrastructure, particularly the concept of a direct electricity interconnection between Algeria and Italy, which would enhance Algeria’s reputation as a reliable energy supplier in the Mediterranean region.
- Electricity Transportation and Renewable Energy: There were also talks about potential synergies between Sonelgaz and Edison in the sectors of electric transportation, equipment manufacturing, and renewable energies.
Strategic Projects and Initiatives
A significant topic was the "SoutH2 Corridor" project, geared towards hydrogen export, which has been identified as a key strategic initiative in the transition towards energy solutions. Furthermore, discussions extended to exploring partnerships in areas like training, technology transfer, and expertise exchange.
South-South Cooperation
The parties mutually acknowledged the need for stronger South-South cooperation, referencing the Mattei Plan. This initiative aims to support African states in enhancing their natural resource sectors and modernizing their infrastructures, promoting energy security and economic development.
Conclusion
Both Arkab and Monti expressed satisfaction with the established trust and mutual understanding between Sonatrach and Edison. They reaffirmed their commitment to broadening the partnership base and diversifying cooperation areas between Algeria and Italy in the energy sector.
This meeting underscores the growing collaborative efforts between Algeria and Italy, focusing not only on immediate energy needs but also on sustainable future projects that align with global energy transition strategies.
