Kremlin Names Algeria “Leading Ally” at Russia-Africa Summit
President Abdelmadjid Tebboune of Algeria addressed participants at the third Russia-Africa Summit in Moscow, with his speech delivered by Prime Minister Sifi Ghrieb. In his address, President Tebboune reaffirmed Algeria's unwavering commitment to serve as a pivotal link and "builder" between the Russian sphere and African economies. His vision advocated for strengthened multilateral cooperation, promoting sovereign parity and attentive consideration of the African continent's distinct emergence requirements, underscoring Algeria's active engagement in shaping a multipolar international order.
During the summit, the head of the Kremlin formally acknowledged Algeria as a "leading ally," emphasizing the historical depth and robustness of the ties uniting the two nations. This declaration underscored Algeria's central role within the Eurasian landscape and positioned Algiers as a fundamental pillar of Russian influence across the Mediterranean and the African continent, reflecting a significant convergence of political, security, and energy interests. Moscow further affirmed its consistent stance on regional balances in the Maghreb, supporting a resolution to the Sahrawi crisis based strictly on United Nations principles, which aligns with Algerian diplomatic positions advocating the right of peoples to self-determination.
The third Russia-Africa Summit concluded with the adoption of a comprehensive action plan, designed to deepen partnerships across 19 critical sectors, including security, artificial intelligence, agriculture, trade, and healthcare. This framework, part of the Russia-Africa Partnership Forum Action Plan 2027-2029, emphasizes continuous political dialogue, institutional participation, and coordinated efforts on regional and international issues, including within the United Nations. Key priorities identified include peace and security, with initiatives targeting counter-terrorism and transnational organized crime, alongside advancements in science, technology, and innovation, particularly in digital transformation, cybersecurity, and artificial intelligence, further reinforcing a shared commitment to fostering an equitable multipolar world and enhanced African representation in global institutions.
