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Meeting Between Algeria and India: Strengthening Bilateral Cooperation in Energy
On a recent Monday in Algiers, Mohamed Arkab, Algeria’s Minister of State for Energy, Mines, and Renewable Energies, held a meeting with Swati Vijay Kulkarni, the Indian Ambassador to Algeria. This meeting focused on exploring ways to enhance bilateral cooperation between Algeria and India in sectors such as energy, mining, and renewable energy, according to a statement from the ministry.
The discussions occurred at the ministry’s headquarters, with key officials in attendance. Both representatives emphasized the need to strengthen the enduring ties between the two nations, particularly in various sectors, including seawater desalination. They reaffirmed the strong historical relationship that has developed over the years.
This meeting is part of a broader positive trend in Algerian-Indian relations, especially following the official visit of India’s President Droupadi Murmu to Algeria in October 2024. During that visit, both countries demonstrated a shared commitment to deepening economic partnerships and expanding mutual prospects.
Minister Arkab presented a thorough overview of Algeria’s development programs, highlighting significant investment opportunities available within the country. Key areas of focus included hydrocarbon exploration and production, energy infrastructure development, engineering, and localization of petroleum and gas equipment manufacturing. He also discussed the commercialization of oil, gas, and petroleum products.
Moreover, Arkab expressed Algeria’s desire for Indian companies to play a pivotal role in the execution and development of major ongoing and future projects across several strategic sectors. These sectors include petrochemicals—specifically fertilizer production and phosphate transformation—and renewable energies, alongside efforts to bolster electrical networks and manufacture electrical equipment.
The meeting concluded with both parties agreeing to enhance coordination and collaborative efforts to effectively define and follow through on bilateral cooperation projects in a sustainable manner.
Summary
The recent discussion between Algeria’s Energy Minister and India’s Ambassador centered on strengthening cooperation in energy, mining, and renewable sectors. Highlighting historical ties, they explored joint ventures and investment opportunities in hydrocarbon exploration, energy infrastructure, and renewable projects. This engagement is part of a broader push to enhance economic partnerships following a significant state visit by India’s President. Both parties aim to effectively coordinate efforts for sustainable development in these critical sectors.
