Doha, Qatar – Ms. Salima Messarati, head of Algeria’s High Authority for Transparency, Prevention, and the Fight Against Corruption, met with Mr. Claude Karam, President of the National Anti-Corruption Commission of Lebanon, in Doha this evening, DZWatch has learned.
The meeting, held on Tuesday, December 16, 2025, focused on strengthening cooperation between the two nations in combating corruption and promoting transparency. Discussions centered on sharing best practices, exchanging information, and exploring potential joint initiatives to address corruption challenges in both Algeria and Lebanon.
DZWatch understands that both officials expressed a strong commitment to enhancing their respective anti-corruption efforts and working collaboratively to combat transnational corruption. They acknowledged the importance of international cooperation in effectively tackling this global issue.
The meeting underscores Algeria’s continued commitment to fighting corruption at all levels and its dedication to fostering partnerships with other nations to achieve this goal. Ms. Messarati’s presence in Doha highlights the importance Algeria places on regional and international collaboration in the fight against corruption. Details of specific agreements or action plans resulting from the meeting were not immediately available.
This meeting comes at a crucial time as both Algeria and Lebanon are grappling with various forms of corruption that hinder economic development and erode public trust. The exchange of expertise and experiences between the two anti-corruption bodies is expected to contribute to more effective strategies for preventing and combating corruption in both countries.
DZWatch will continue to follow this developing story and provide updates as they become available.
