Algerian President Abdelmadjid Tebboune has applauded the efforts exerted by His Highness the Amir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad al-Thani in unifying Arab ranks and promoting Arab integration and solidarity, noting that the Amir was among the first to respond to the invitation to attend the 31st Arab League Summit in Algeria.
In an interview with Qatar News Agency (QNA) on the sidelines of the Arab Summit in Algiers, President Tebboune said: "I salute my brother, His Highness the Amir of the State of Qatar Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad al-Thani for all the efforts he has made to advance the Qatari-Algerian relations. We in Algeria are proud of these ideal relations that bind the two brotherly countries."
He added: "I also salute the efforts of His Highness the Amir in unifying Arab ranks and promoting Arab integration and solidarity. His attendance at the summit strengthens cohesion and represents a strong catalyst for Arab reunification."
On his vision for developing the relations between Qatar and Algeria, he said that they are exemplary."In the political field, we note convergence of opinions on issues of common interest. As for the economic aspect, the leaderships of the two countries are working to promote it to the best levels, for the benefit of the two brotherly peoples."
He highlighted the significant positive outcome of the co-operation between the two countries, pointing to huge projects that have been accomplished, in addition to other projects that are underway and those that are about to be launched; stressing the keenness to continue working together to achieve an increase in investments in the short and medium term.
Asked about how the Algeria summit would address various regional and international challenges, and his vision in this regard, the Algerian president indicated that his vision is based on the belief in the capabilities and the role of Arabs in the international community as a whole, and as one harmonious Arab body that respects the sovereignty of states and their decisions and does not interfere in the affairs of others.
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