Algerian Radio
In a major step toward deepening bilateral ties, Algerian and Tunisian officials met in Algiers on Wednesday to assess and advance their joint cooperation, reaffirming their shared vision to elevate relations to a comprehensive strategic partnership.
The diplomatic push was marked by the holding of the Algerian-Tunisian Follow-Up Committee co-chaired by Algerian Minister of State, Minister of Foreign Affairs, National Community Abroad, and African Affairs, Ahmed Attaf, and Tunisian Minister of Foreign Affairs, Migration, and Tunisians Abroad, Mohamed Ali Nafti.
The high-level discussions coincided with Mr. Nafti’s reception by Algerian President Abdelmadjid Tebboune, highlighting the deep-seated trust and ongoing coordination between the two neighboring nations.
Strengthening the Joint Bilateral Framework
The meeting of the Follow-Up Committee served as a key mechanism to review progress made since the 23rd session of the Algerian-Tunisian Joint Grand Commission, which took place in Tunis on December 12, 2025.
Ministers Attaf and Nafti began their session with a private, one-on-one meeting before expanding the talks to include their respective delegations. The committee conducted a comprehensive assessment of priority sectors, including energy, investment, trade, transport, industry, tourism, and the development of border regions.
To maintain this positive momentum, both sides agreed to convene the committee's next session early next year. This upcoming meeting will ensure regular tracking of current initiatives and finalize preparations for the 24th session of the Joint Grand Commission.
Toward a Comprehensive Strategic Partnership
Speaking during the committee session, Tunisian Foreign Minister Mohamed Ali Nafti expressed Tunisia’s strong desire to transform bilateral relations into a "comprehensive strategic partnership," in line with the instructions of both heads of state.
Mr. Nafti highly praised the existing security and military cooperation between the two countries, reiterating their joint determination to combat terrorism, irregular migration, organized crime, and to strengthen border security.
On the economic front, the Tunisian minister highlighted the progress of a major joint energy project—a 1,400-megawatt power plant in Tunisia. He also called for a swift scheduling of sector-specific ministerial meetings to focus on trade, water resource management, and border area development. Mr. Nafti emphasized the need to accelerate the convening of the Joint Commercial Technical Committee and to follow up on the recommendations of the Algerian-Tunisian Economic Forum to boost mutual trade.
Political Alignment and Shared Geopolitical Views
The strength of the bilateral relationship was further underscored during Mr. Nafti's audience with President Abdelmadjid Tebboune. The Tunisian minister conveyed warm greetings and congratulations from Tunisian President Kais Saied on the anniversary of Algeria's Independence and Recovery of National Sovereignty.
"I observed, as usual, a perfect convergence of views between the leaders of the two countries regarding the implementation of the agreements to be concluded, in accordance with a clearly defined and mutually beneficial roadmap," Mr. Nafti told reporters following his meeting with President Tebboune.
He noted that the political consultations revealed identical positions on pressing regional and international issues. Specifically, both nations reasserted their unwavering support for the Palestinian cause, describing it as the primary issue for both Algeria and Tunisia.
Mr. Nafti concluded by stressing the importance of maintaining this high level of political consultation and coordination to successfully prepare for upcoming bilateral milestones and to secure sustainable development and economic integration for both fraternal nations.
