Algiers, October 28,2026: Algeria and Finland have discussed ways to strengthen bilateral cooperation and support efforts to promote peace, stability and sustainable development in the Sahel region.
The discussions took place during a meeting between Sofiane Chaib, Algeria’s Secretary of State to the Minister of Foreign Affairs in charge of the National Community Abroad, and Petri Olavi Salo, Finland’s Special Envoy for the Sahel and West Africa, who is visiting Algeria.
Held at the Algerian Ministry of Foreign Affairs, the meeting focused on bilateral relations and opportunities to expand cooperation in areas of mutual interest. The two officials also exchanged views on strengthening joint efforts to promote regional stability and development.
Chaib reiterated Algeria’s position that addressing the Sahel’s challenges requires a comprehensive, integrated and solidarity-based approach. He reaffirmed Algeria’s commitment to supporting countries in the region in their efforts to achieve security, stability and sustainable development.
He also stressed the importance of strengthening bilateral and regional cooperation, expanding joint programmes and implementing development projects in priority sectors to advance socioeconomic progress and improve living conditions across the Sahel.
For his part, Salo praised Algeria’s role in the Sahel and across Africa, commending its consistent positions and continued efforts to help regional countries address security and development challenges.
The meeting underscored the shared interest of Algeria and Finland in deepening bilateral ties and advancing cooperative approaches to peace, stability and sustainable development in the Sahel.
