India and Algeria hold 7th Foreign Office Consultations in Algiers

Key facts

• The 7th round of India-Algeria Foreign Office Consultations was held in Algiers.
• The consultations were co-chaired by Indian Secretary (South) Neena Malhotra and Algerian Secretary General Lounes Magramane.
• Discussions focused on political, trade, investment, and cultural exchanges.
• Both sides committed to counterterrorism cooperation.
• Trade expansion was emphasised in pharmaceuticals, energy, and education sectors.
• The meeting followed President of India's historic state visit to Algeria in October 2024.
• Both nations pledged to collaborate across multilateral platforms such as the United Nations (UN).
• Secretary Malhotra explored hydrocarbon alliances with the Algerian Minister of Hydrocarbons and Mines.
• Potential partnerships were explored in Constantine's pharmaceutical and academic sectors.
• The next consultation will be held in India.