Romani highlights strong bond of friendship between Algeria, Pakistan
Ambassador of Algeria, Mr Brahim Romani on Thursday highlighted the strong bond of friendship between Pakistan and Algeria, recalling Pakistan’s early support for Algeria’s independence at the Bandung Conference and the United Nations.
The Algerian ambassador was addressing an event organized by the Centre for Afghanistan, Middle East and Africa (CAMEA) at the Institute of Strategic Studies Islamabad (ISSI),
to commemorate Algeria’s ‘National Day.’ The event was held in collaboration of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and the Pakistan Africa Institute for Development and Research (PAIDAR). The envoy emphasized both countries’ shared values of justice, solidarity, and mutual respect, reflected in similar positions in the Organisation of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) and the Group of 77 (G77). He underscored the strong and growing Pakistan-Algeria ties across political, economic, and cultural spheres, and encouraged further cooperation, highlighting Algeria’s strategic location, low energy costs, and access to African and Arab free trade zones. Chief Guest on the occasion Mr. Mushahid Hussain Sayed, President PAIDAR, said that celebrating Algeria’s National Day honoured the historic struggle and resilience of the Algerian people. He noted that this commemoration underscores the enduring friendship between Pakistan and Algeria. He recalled Pakistan’s full support for Algeria during its liberation struggle and particularly championing their case at the United Nations (UN) and the Non-Aligned Movement (NAM).
