Algerian Army General Saïd Chanegriha receives AFRICOM commander
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Algeria and the United States are advancing their military cooperation. Army General Saïd Chanegriha, Minister Delegate to the Minister of National Defense and Chief of Staff of the ANP, met with Army General Dagvin Anderson, commander of AFRICOM, in Algiers. This meeting, held at the headquarters of the National People's Army ANP General Staff, signifies a key moment in security relations between Algiers and Washington. Discussions focused on bilateral military cooperation and matters of mutual interest. General Chanegriha emphasized that this visit strengthens the ongoing cooperation process, especially following the signing of a memorandum of understanding on military cooperation in January 2025. The Chief of Staff of the ANP highlighted Algeria's commitment to deepening this strategic dialogue, aiming to establish a strong and lasting partnership based on mutual respect. Beyond the bilateral relationship, Saïd Chanegriha reiterated Algeria's leading role on the continent. Under the mandate of the African Union AU, the country continues to spearhead the fight against terrorism and violent extremism. Algeria has initiated several major continental initiatives to enhance the collective fight against insecurity, including the creation of an African financial fund dedicated to counter-terrorism, the establishment of an African list of individuals and entities involved in criminal acts, and the development of an African arrest warrant. The Army General also mentioned the annual
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