Algeria, Italy Sign 14 Major Agreements to Boost Ties in Defense, Energy, and Culture

The agreements were formalized in Rome

Algerian President and Italian

Prime Minister jointly oversaw the signing

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Rome: Algeria and Italy have signed 14 cooperation agreements and memoranda of understanding, significantly strengthening their bilateral partnership in key sectors including defense, energy, agriculture, and culture.

Tebboune, Meloni Lead Signing Ceremony in Rome

The agreements were formalized during a high-level ceremony at Villa Doria Pamphilj in Rome on Wednesday. Algerian President Abdelmadjid Tebboune and Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni jointly oversaw the signing.

Wide-Ranging Cooperation Across Strategic Areas

The new accords cover a broad spectrum—ranging from agriculture and scientific research to maritime safety and counterterrorism. Among the highlights is the establishment of the Enrico Mattei Center in Algeria, which will focus on agricultural research, innovation, and training.

The two countries also agreed to strengthen ties in food production, fisheries, and rural development.

Security and Counterterrorism Partnership

On the security front, both nations pledged to intensify cooperation in the fight against terrorism, with an emphasis on disrupting financial networks through intelligence sharing and joint operations.

Cultural Exchange and Heritage Protection

Cultural cooperation featured prominently in the deals, with new agreements supporting film co-productions and the preservation of cultural heritage. A bilateral action plan was also signed to enhance maritime search and rescue coordination within their respective jurisdictions.

Energy and Investment Ties Strengthened

In a boost to economic collaboration, Algeria’s National Agency for Investment Promotion signed an MoU with Invitalia, Italy’s public investment body, aimed at attracting and supporting joint investment ventures.

Additionally, Sonatrach, Algeria’s state-owned energy giant, signed a new agreement with Italy’s Eni to expand cooperation in the energy sector.

High-Level Meetings and Business Forum Held

President Tebboune arrived in Rome on Tuesday for a three-day state visit. On Wednesday, he held bilateral meetings with Italian President Sergio Mattarella and Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni to discuss ongoing and future cooperation.

Coinciding with the visit, the Algerian-Italian Business Forum was launched in Rome, drawing over 500 participants including business leaders, investors, and economic experts from both nations.