Namibia and Algeria Explore Deeper Cooperation During Diplomatic Courtesy Call. The Honourable Selma Ashipala-Musavyi, Namibia’s Minister of International Relations and Trade, welcomed His Excellency Abdelkrim DIAF, Ambassador of the Democratic People’s Republic of Algeria to Namibia, for a courtesy call on 9 April 2025.
Held in Windhoek, the meeting served to reaffirm the longstanding diplomatic ties between Namibia and Algeria, with both nations expressing a shared commitment to expanding bilateral cooperation across key sectors. Discussions highlighted mutual interest in strengthening partnerships in trade, investment, and cultural exchange, reflecting the enduring relationship between the two countries.
The talks also addressed broader regional and global matters, with both parties underscoring the importance of peace, security, and sustainable development. The exchange provided a platform to explore collaborative strategies that can enhance economic resilience and foster inclusive growth within both nations.
Ambassador DIAF conveyed Algeria’s interest in deepening engagement with Namibia and praised the historic solidarity shared by the two nations. Minister Ashipala-Musavyi echoed this sentiment, emphasizing Namibia’s readiness to broaden cooperation and identifying opportunities for joint initiatives in regional development.
The meeting reflects Namibia’s ongoing commitment to maintaining strong diplomatic relationships and aligning with international partners in addressing shared challenges and advancing common goals.
The Ministry of International Relations and Trade acknowledged the importance of such engagements in reinforcing Namibia’s foreign policy objectives and promoting regional and international collaboration.
The courtesy call concluded with both parties reaffirming their intent to continue building on the strong foundation of friendship and cooperation that has defined Namibia-Algeria relations over the years.
