At 72nd National Day reception, Algerian envoy highlights historic Pakistani support for liberation struggle, massive infrastructure projects, investment incentives and opportunities for expanding bilateral trade and economic cooperation

ISLAMABAD, Wednesday, November 11, 2026 (WNP): Algeria has invited Pakistani investors and business leaders to explore its expanding economic landscape and strategic position as a gateway to Africa, with Ambassador Dr. Brahim Romani highlighting vast opportunities for bilateral trade, investment and industrial partnerships between the two brotherly countries.

Addressing a reception marking the 72nd anniversary of Algeria’s National Day, commemorating the historic Liberation Revolution of November 1, 1954, the Algerian ambassador underscored the longstanding bonds of solidarity between Islamabad and Algiers and called for translating their historic friendship into stronger economic cooperation and mutually beneficial partnerships.

Federal Minister for Parliamentary Affairs Dr. Tariq Fazal Chaudhry was the chief guest at the ceremony, which was attended by ambassadors, heads of diplomatic missions, senior government officials and other distinguished guests.

In his address, Ambassador Romani paid tribute to the extraordinary courage and sacrifices of the Algerian people during 132 years of French colonial rule, from 1830 to 1962. He recalled the immense human cost of the struggle for freedom, stating that more than five million martyrs had laid down their lives.

“We turn this page for a real balanced cooperation and common fruitful future, but we never forget, never we cut this horrible page of our history,” he said, underscoring Algeria’s determination to build a peaceful and prosperous future without forgetting its historical struggle.

The ambassador particularly acknowledged Pakistan’s longstanding support for Algeria’s independence movement, recalling that Pakistan was among the first countries to extend diplomatic and political support to the Algerian liberation struggle.

He recalled Pakistan’s support at the Bandung Conference in 1955 and its recognition of Algeria’s Provisional Government in 1958, as well as its consistent advocacy for Algerian independence at the United Nations.

“Special Thanks, Pakistan! Bohot Shukria,” Ambassador Romani said, expressing his country’s profound appreciation for Pakistan’s historic solidarity.

He said Algeria and Pakistan shared a long history of friendship, cooperation and mutual support, which continued through close coordination at regional and international forums.

Both countries, he added, remained committed to international peace and security, a balanced and equitable multilateral world order, South-South cooperation and the promotion of just causes, particularly Palestine and Western Sahara.

Highlighting Algeria’s geographical and economic significance, Ambassador Romani described his country as the largest nation in Africa, the Arab world and the Mediterranean region, endowed with substantial human resources, agricultural potential, energy reserves and mineral wealth.

He said Algeria was Africa’s leading producer and exporter of natural gas, the continent’s fourth-largest oil producer and a major supplier of natural gas to Europe.

Under the leadership of President Abdelmadjid Tebboune, Algeria was pursuing an ambitious economic transformation, with its Gross Domestic Product projected to reach approximately $400 billion by 2027, potentially making it the continent’s third-largest economy, he said.

The ambassador also highlighted Algeria’s favourable investment environment, explaining that the investment law introduced in 2022 provides equal rights and privileges to domestic and foreign investors.

The Algerian Investment Promotion Agency, he said, had registered more than 17,000 investment projects over four years, including approximately 300 projects involving investors from different continents.

He described Algeria as an increasingly attractive destination for international investors, citing its political and security stability, strategic location and expanding economic opportunities.

Providing an overview of Algeria’s ambitious infrastructure development programme, Ambassador Romani highlighted several strategic initiatives designed to strengthen regional connectivity, facilitate trade and expand access to international markets.

Among the major projects, he mentioned:

• Trans-Saharan Highway: A strategic road network connecting Algeria with Nigeria through Niger, strengthening commercial and transport links across Africa.
• Trans-Saharan Gas Pipeline: A proposed pipeline designed to transport approximately 30 billion cubic metres of Nigerian natural gas annually to Europe through Algeria.
• Digital connectivity: Expansion of fibre-optic infrastructure to strengthen communications and digital integration across the region.
• North-South railway: Construction of an approximately 2,000-kilometre railway connecting northern and southern Algeria, with completion targeted by the end of 2028.
• SOUTH2 Corridor: A proposed 3,300-kilometre hydrogen pipeline project connecting Algeria, Tunisia, Italy, Austria and Germany, aimed at strengthening Europe’s access to renewable hydrogen.

The ambassador said these initiatives reflected Algeria’s broader vision of positioning itself as a strategic commercial and energy hub connecting Africa with Europe and international markets.

Emphasising Algeria’s balanced foreign policy and its commitment to international partnerships, Ambassador Romani invited Pakistani entrepreneurs, industrialists and investors to take advantage of the country’s growing economic potential.

Referring to Pakistan’s policy of “Look Africa and Engage Africa”, he encouraged the Pakistani business community to consider Algeria as a strategic entry point for expanding commercial engagement across the African continent.

He identified several promising sectors for bilateral cooperation, including information and communications technology, manufacturing, agriculture, pharmaceuticals, medical and surgical instruments, textiles and sports goods.

The ambassador said the Algerian Embassy in Islamabad was actively working to strengthen bilateral relations and facilitate greater economic engagement by encouraging and supporting the participation of business communities from both countries in trade exhibitions and commercial events.

He stressed that closer business-to-business interaction, investment partnerships and institutional coordination could unlock significant opportunities for economic growth.

Concluding his address, Ambassador Romani said Algeria and Pakistan possessed considerable economic potential, skilled human resources and valuable expertise that could be harnessed to build a stronger and more productive bilateral partnership.

He expressed confidence that enhanced cooperation would open new avenues for trade, investment, industrial development and mutually beneficial ventures.

“Algeria and Pakistan zindabad,” he declared.

The reception served as a reminder of the historic solidarity that brought the two nations together during Algeria’s struggle for independence and the opportunities that now lie ahead in their economic and diplomatic partnership.

From the solidarity of the liberation struggle to the opportunities of economic cooperation, Algeria and Pakistan share a friendship built on history and sustained by a common vision of prosperity.