Bangladesh Minister Urges Enhanced Algerian Energy Partnership

Bangladesh’s State Minister for Foreign Affairs, Shama Obaed Islam, urged Algeria to enhance energy cooperation to bolster her country's long-term energy security. The request was made during a meeting with Algerian Ambassador to Bangladesh Abdelouahab Saidani at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.

During their diplomatic exchange, Minister Islam underscored the critical need for collaboration on energy to safeguard Bangladesh’s national interests. The discussions extended beyond energy to encompass a wide array of bilateral issues, including trade, investment, pharmaceuticals, agriculture, climate change, sports, culture, and people-to-people contact, signaling a comprehensive approach to strengthening ties.

Both sides reaffirmed the enduring friendship and cooperative spirit between Bangladesh and Algeria, founded on mutual respect, fraternal solidarity, and a shared commitment to development. Ambassador Saidani reiterated Algeria’s dedication to deepening collaboration across various sectors, including energy, pharmaceuticals, shipbuilding, sports, culture, and high-level visits, further solidifying the existing friendly relations between the two nations.