Italy and Algeria consolidated their bilateral relationship with the signing of more than 40 agreements in Rome. The pacts cover key areas such as migration, security and energy, and are part of the 5th intergovernmental summit between the two countries.
The meeting was chaired by Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni and Algerian President Abdelmadjid Tebboune. The meeting coincided with a business forum that brought together more than 300 companies from both countries, highlighting the interest in deepening economic interconnection.
On migration, Italy and Algeria agreed to intensify coordination in the management of flows and strengthen cooperation in search and rescue operations. Rome considers Algiers a key partner in addressing the causes of migration and combating human trafficking networks.
Security in the Mediterranean and the Sahel region was also on the agenda. Both leaders agreed on the need to move towards a political solution for Western Sahara within the framework of international law.
Energy was another central theme of the meeting. The agreement between Eni and Sonatrach opens the door to new energy and digital corridors connecting North Africa to Europe. Italy is seeking to consolidate its position as a regional energy hub with Algerian support, especially after the energy crisis caused by the war in Ukraine.
The leaders also announced a joint candidacy to Unesco to protect and disseminate the legacy of Saint Augustine, a key figure of Christianity born in North Africa. The project aims to strengthen cultural ties between the two countries and underlines the symbolic nature of the initiative.
Source: prensa-latina.cu; aps.dz