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Joseph Madzimure
Zimpapers Politics Hub
ZIMBABWE is committed to implementing the Memorandum of Understanding and agreements reached with Algeria, aiming to sustain the momentum of cooperation across key sectors of the economy, Foreign Affairs and International Trade Minister Professor Amon Murwira has said.
Zimbabwe and Algeria signed several Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs) and agreements, during President Mnangagwa’s visit to Algiers in July this year.
Speaking at the celebration of the Algerian National Day of the Glorious Revolution on November 1, 1954, in Harare yesterday, Prof Murwira highlighted the historical ties between the two nations, both of which emerged from protracted liberation struggles.
“Algeria stood firmly with us during our darkest hours. Your nation provided moral, material and logistical support to our liberation movements, and many of our cadres, some of whom now hold senior positions in government, were trained in Algeria. This is a bond forged not in convenience, but in solidarity and blood,” he said.
Prof Murwira noted that the relationship between Zimbabwe and Algeria is anchored in mutual respect, shared values and a common vision for development and prosperity.
“We remain committed to deepening this cooperation in the spirit of Pan-Africanism and mutual advancement as envisioned by our founding fathers,” said Prof Murwira.
He reiterated Zimbabwe’s unwavering support for the self-determination of the Palestinian and Saharawi peoples in line with relevant United Nations resolutions.
Further, he underscored that under President Mnangagwa’s leadership, Zimbabwe will continue to implement its national development framework, Vision 2030, which aspires to transform the country into an upper-middle-income economy through industrialisation, innovation and trade-led growth.
President Mnangagwa undertook a landmark State visit to Algeria in July, preceded by the 4th Session of the Zimbabwe-Algeria Joint Permanent Commission on Cooperation.
This meeting, the first in many years, produced a number of important outcomes, including an MoU in Tourism, Higher Education and Scientific Research, Investment Promotion, and the establishment of the Algeria-Zimbabwe Joint Business Council.
Speaking at the same occasion, Algerian Ambassador to Zimbabwe Mohamed Seoudi affirmed that his country will continue to support Harare across various sectors of the economy.
He added that Algeria is committed to contributing to Zimbabwe’s progress and advancement in the fields of economic, social and human development.
Due to the strong relations between the two countries, the Ambassador expressed Algeria’s robust support for Zimbabwe’s candidacy for a non-permanent seat on the United Nations Security Council for the 2027-2028 period.
“Moreover, Algeria is actively working to rally the support of other countries for Zimbabwe’s candidacy,” said Ambassador Seoudi.
He urged all progressive nations to support Zimbabwe’s bid for a Security Council seat, in recognition of the country’s foreign policy, which is firmly grounded in the highest ideals of humanity and committed to building a world marked by justice, cooperation, and international peace and security.
Ambassador Seoudi emphasised that both countries are guided by a strong and unwavering desire to deepen the bonds of brotherhood and assistance to the fullest extent.
