Algerian Radio
ALGIERS, The fraternity and working visit undertaken by the President of the Republic of Niger, Head of State, General Abdourahamane Tiani, to Algeria at the head of a significant delegation, at the invitation of the President of the Republic, Mr. Abdelmadjid Tebboune, culminated in a joint statement. In it, both parties affirmed that this visit symbolizes the joint will of the two leaders to preserve the exemplary nature of their relations and face regional challenges together.
The joint statement confirmed that "at the invitation of His Excellency Mr. Abdelmadjid Tebboune, President of the People's Democratic Republic of Algeria, and within the framework of strengthening the bonds of historical and fraternal relations between the two countries, His Excellency General Abdourahamane Tiani, President of the Republic of Niger, Head of State, paid a fraternity and working visit to Algeria on February 15 and 16, 2026. This visit symbolizes the joint will of the two leaders to overcome situational difficulties to preserve the exemplary nature of their relations and face regional challenges together."
The two Presidents reaffirmed their attachment to the founding principles of their relations, represented in the respect for the sovereignty and territorial integrity of each state, non-interference in internal affairs, and effective solidarity against common threats. They expressed their conviction that the future of the Sahel will be built by the countries of the region themselves, through local and comprehensive solutions. They strongly emphasized that the common historical heritage, shared ambitions and aspirations, and unity of destiny in the face of regional challenges are factors that mobilize all Sahel-Saharan states. They reiterated their rejection of any foreign interference in the continent's affairs.
Regarding the persistence of terrorist threats and transnational organized crime, the leaders of both countries expressed their deep concern and affirmed that the security of one is inseparable from the security of the other. In this spirit of effective solidarity, they agreed to immediately reactivate the relevant Algerian-Nigerien mechanisms to intensify coordination in border monitoring and harmonize strategies for combating terrorism and related scourges.
The two Presidents decided to maintain diplomatic relations at the highest level. They agreed to revitalize bilateral cooperation mechanisms and hold a meeting of the Algerian-Nigerien High Joint Commission in Niamey before the end of the first half of 2026, as well as to organize regular political and sectoral consultations.
The leaders of both countries also agreed to accelerate the completion and adoption of agreements currently under study, which regulate cooperation between the two nations in various fields, including: geological and mining research, micro-enterprises and entrepreneurship, startups, post and telecommunications, digitization, culture, youth and sports, and training in all its aspects.
Cognizant of the immense potential for their economic exchanges, they agreed to accelerate the completion of the Trans-Saharan Road project and other structural projects linking the two countries, particularly the cross-border optical fiber link project and the Trans-Saharan Gas Pipeline project. They also agreed to develop energy cooperation in the fields of hydrocarbons and renewable energies, with special attention to the electrification of rural border areas.
They committed to facilitating trade by simplifying customs and administrative procedures, establishing organized border markets, encouraging cooperation projects in the agriculture, health, and services sectors, and launching a joint study on the possibility of creating an integrated border cooperation zone that enhances local development. Special importance will be accorded to the realization of a commercial corridor to boost trade between the two countries.
The leaders of both countries expressed a convergence of views on major regional and international issues. They called for finding an African political solution to regional crises and demanded the restructuring of the regional security system. They called for the reform of the international financial system to ensure fair access for African countries to climate and development financing. They expressed their solidarity with just causes, in accordance with international law and United Nations resolutions, and affirmed their support for initiatives aimed at promoting stability and prosperity in the Sahel region.
The two Presidents expressed their satisfaction with the conduct of this historic visit, which enabled the opening of a new era of confident, ambitious, and forward-looking cooperation. They expressed their determination to meet regularly to assess the progress made and impart an irreversible dynamic to the rapprochement between the two brotherly peoples.
His Excellency General Abdourahamane Tiani extended his sincere thanks to his brother, His Excellency Mr. Abdelmadjid Tebboune, as well as to the Algerian people, for the warm fraternal welcome accorded to him and his accompanying delegation. President Abdourahamane Tiani extended an invitation to President Abdelmadjid Tebboune to pay a state visit to the Republic of Niger. The invitation was accepted with pleasure, with the date to be determined through diplomatic channels.
