Italian Training Ship “Corsaro II” Docks in Oran to Bolster Algerian-Italian Military Cooperation

✍️ BY: Dr. Hana Saada

The arrival of the Italian Navy’s training vessel “Corsaro II” at the port of Oran reflects the deepening of bilateral defense ties and joint cultural engagement between Algeria and Italy.

Algiers, Algeria | May 22nd, 2025 — In a display of military diplomacy and bilateral cooperation, the Italian Navy’s sailing training vessel, “CORSARO II,” docked at the port of Oran on Wednesday, within the jurisdiction of Algeria’s Second Military Region, as part of the strengthening of Algerian-Italian military relations, the Algerian Ministry of National Defense (MDN) confirmed in an official communiqué issued Thursday.

The Italian vessel’s arrival underscores the dynamic and evolving defense partnership between the two Mediterranean nations. Upon its docking, the commander of the “Corsaro II” conducted a courtesy visit to the Commander of the Western Maritime Front of the Second Military Region, an engagement that further symbolizes the spirit of mutual respect and military camaraderie that continues to define relations between Algeria and Italy.

The MDN statement further announced that the crew of the Italian vessel is scheduled to participate in a multifaceted program, including cultural exchanges and sports activities, designed to enhance interpersonal ties and strengthen joint military cooperation beyond operational frameworks.

This port call serves not only as a practical training mission for young Italian naval cadets but also as a platform for intercultural understanding and strategic defense diplomacy. It highlights both nations’ commitment to regional stability in the Mediterranean basin, and their shared interest in fostering defense dialogue, maritime security, and cooperative readiness.

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