Toumi said Algeria has promulgated a new investment law and carried out recent economic reforms aimed at creating favourable conditions for domestic and foreign investors. He emphasised Batna’s advantages in tourism, agriculture, farm machinery, school furniture, synthetic fibres, pharmaceuticals, ceramics, and cooking oil, noting the importance of increased exchanges to match business needs.

Khanh acknowledged the geographical distance and limited information but underlined the need for stronger communication and concrete proposals from Algerian partners. He affirmed Vietnam’s readiness to facilitate connections with relevant agencies and businesses, stressing that proactive engagement would open new prospects.

Earlier, on September 14, Khanh met with Batna Governor Mohamed Benmalek, reaffirming the traditional friendship between Vietnam and Algeria. He emphasised Batna’s pioneering role in local cooperation with Dien Bien province, with promising potential in agriculture, agricultural product processing, culture, tourism, healthcare, and education.

The governor announced that a Batna delegation would visit Dien Bien on September 17 to deepen bilateral cooperation.

Located in northeastern Algeria, Batna boasts rich tourism resources, including the UNESCO-listed Roman city of Timgad, diverse landscapes, fertile land, and abundant mineral resources, offering significant cooperation opportunities in agriculture and construction materials.

Vietnam, Algeria share aspiration for sustainable, prosperous development

Vietnamese Ambassador to Algeria Tran Quoc Khanh has discussed the similarities between Vietnam and Algeria, noting that while the two nations once shared the aspiration for independence, today they pursue the common goal of sustainable and prosperous development.