Algeria’s newly appointed ambassador to Armenia, Toufik Djouama, has presented his credentials to President Vahagn Khachaturyan.
The President congratulated the ambassador on assuming office and wished him success in carrying out his mission, according to a readout from the President’s Office.
“Your appointment is very important to us. In general, the presence of non-resident ambassadors is, of course, important in relations between any two countries. I am confident that your appointment, as well as the appointment of our ambassador to your country, will further invigorate relations between Armenia and Algeria. Armenia has special relations with Algeria and the Arabic-speaking countries. Our economic and political potential for cooperation and the implementation of joint programs is significant,” President Khachaturyan said during the meeting.
Ambassador Djouama expressed gratitude for the reception and the good wishes, noting that he would devote his efforts to further strengthening friendship between the peoples of Armenia and Algeria, deepening mutual trust, and expanding the bilateral cooperation agenda.
During the meeting, the sides discussed prospects for the development of bilateral relations and opportunities to enhance cooperation.
They addressed issues related to effectively realizing the existing potential for cooperation in the fields of high technology, artificial intelligence, education, tourism, and healthcare. In this context, they emphasized the importance of developing a knowledge-based economy, promoting innovative solutions, exchanging expertise, and expanding professional ties.
The meeting also highlighted the importance of deepening cooperation between educational and scientific institutions, implementing joint programs, and encouraging initiatives aimed at fostering growing mutual interest in the tourism sector. The sides also touched upon opportunities for exchanging expertise and expanding professional cooperation in healthcare.
The President and the Ambassador also highlighted the importance of developing effective cooperation within international organizations and multilateral platforms.
The parties further emphasized the importance of organizing high-level and other mutual visits as a key prerequisite for intensifying political dialogue and further deepening bilateral relations.
