Algiers, November 20, 2025 – Algeria and Germany are deepening their industrial cooperation with a focus on developing the Algerian mechanical industries. Minister of Industry, Yahia Bachir, met today with Tobias Gotthardt, State Secretary of the Bavarian State Ministry of Economic Affairs, Regional Development and Energy, to discuss avenues for strengthening bilateral ties in the industrial sector.
During the meeting, both parties reviewed the progress of the existing strategic industrial partnership between the two countries and explored future opportunities, particularly in the areas of equipment manufacturing, mechanical industries, and chemical industries. The Ministry stated that the discussions highlighted a shared commitment to fostering mutually beneficial collaborations.
Minister Bachir extended an invitation to German companies to capitalize on the positive and incentivizing investment climate in Algeria. He emphasized that the current environment presents a unique opportunity to strengthen and expand industrial cooperation through joint value-added projects. He specifically encouraged German institutions and investors to consider investing in Algerian companies, both public and private, through win-win partnerships that facilitate the transfer of German technology and expertise to the national industrial ecosystem.
State Secretary Gotthardt expressed Bavaria’s strong desire to deepen its partnership with Algeria. He affirmed that both Bavaria and the German Federal Government encourage German companies to direct their investments towards the Algerian market. He also announced plans for a forthcoming visit by a significant delegation of German investors interested in launching strategic projects in Algeria, particularly in the chemical industry, agricultural equipment manufacturing, and industrial equipment sectors.
The Bavarian State Secretary was accompanied by a delegation that included representatives from the Algerian-German Chamber of Industry and Commerce, as well as senior executives from major German companies. Senior officials from the Ministry of Industry were also present at the meeting, underscoring the importance of this collaboration.
This partnership aims to modernize Algeria’s industrial base and attract foreign investment, promoting economic growth and job creation.
