Algerian Radio
The proceedings of the 77th session of the Liaison Committee of the Trans-Saharan Road (CLTS) concluded on Tuesday in Algiers. The two-day meeting, which saw the participation of representatives from member states (Algera, Tunisie, Niger, Nigeria, and Chad), resulted in the adoption of practical recommendations that define the next phase of this continental project, according to a statement from the Ministry of Public Works and Basic Infrastructure.
The closing ceremony was presided over by the Secretary-General of the Ministry of Public Works and Basic Infrastructure, Mr. Ali Boularbah, on behalf of the Sector Minister, Mr. Abdelkader Djellaoui.
In his address, Mr. Boularbah emphasized that the session achieved its goals by evaluating the progress of the Trans-Saharan Road project and reviewing its various achievements. He praised the level of discussion and the exchange of expertise among the participating delegations.
He further explained that the recommendations issued during the meeting would strengthen coordination and joint action between member states, facilitating the completion of projects and programs linked to this strategic continental initiative, thereby serving the goals of regional development and integration.
The Secretary-General also highlighted the importance of transitioning the Trans-Saharan Road from a mere transport and transit axis into an integrated economic corridor capable of supporting trade, encouraging investment, and enhancing economic interconnectedness among African nations.
At the conclusion of the work, participants renewed their commitment to continued coordination to implement the session's outcomes, solidifying the Trans-Saharan Road’s position as one of the most prominent projects for connectivity, integration, and development in Africa.
The Trans-Saharan Road spans approximately 4,500 km from Algiersto Lagos, branching into several axes connecting Ghardaïa and Tunisie (2,000 km), Bamako and Tamanrasset (2,500 km), and Zinder (Niger) and N'Djamena (2,200 km).
