Riyadh, December 13, 2024 – In a move aimed at strengthening media ties between Saudi Arabia and Algeria, Media Minister Salman Al-Dossary held an important meeting today with Sharif Walid, the Ambassador of Algeria to Saudi Arabia. The meeting took place at the Saudi Press Agency (SPA) headquarters in Riyadh, where both sides discussed various aspects of media cooperation and the potential for future collaborative initiatives.
The meeting was attended by key figures from both countries, including SPA Acting President Ali Alzaid and Algerian Press Service (APS) Director General Samir Gaid. The gathering provided an opportunity for the participants to explore ways to enhance cooperation between the two nations’ media outlets, with a focus on strengthening news exchange, improving journalistic standards, and promoting mutual understanding.
During the discussions, Al-Dossary emphasized the importance of collaboration between Saudi and Algerian media institutions, noting the shared values of truth, accuracy, and professionalism in reporting. He reiterated Saudi Arabia’s commitment to fostering closer ties with Algeria, particularly in the field of media, and expressed the Kingdom’s readiness to support initiatives that would benefit both countries in terms of knowledge exchange and capacity building.
Ambassador Walid, for his part, commended the longstanding bilateral relations between Saudi Arabia and Algeria and welcomed the opportunity to deepen cooperation in the media sector. He highlighted the critical role that media plays in shaping public discourse and strengthening diplomatic ties, stressing the importance of robust partnerships between news agencies like SPA and APS.
The meeting also provided a platform for further discussions on the potential for joint media projects, training programs, and the sharing of best practices between Saudi and Algerian journalists. Both parties expressed optimism about the future of their collaboration, with an emphasis on enhancing coverage of regional and international issues that impact both nations.
Following the discussions, both sides reaffirmed their commitment to working together to achieve shared goals in the media sector, contributing to the broader diplomatic and cultural ties between Saudi Arabia and Algeria. The meeting reflects the Kingdom’s broader efforts to strengthen its international media presence and foster closer ties with Arab and African nations.