✍️ BY: Dr. Hana Saada
Algeria and Oman Strengthen Historic Ties with Unparalleled Diplomatic Honors and Bold Economic Ambitions
Algiers, Algeria | May 5th, 2025 — In a powerful affirmation of over five decades of enduring friendship and mutual respect, Sultan Haitham bin Tariq of Oman began a two-day state visit to Algeria on Sunday, marking a defining moment in the evolution of Algerian-Omani relations. This historic visit, occurring just six months after Algerian President Abdelmadjid Tebboune’s own state visit to Muscat, reflects an unmistakable political will from both sides to accelerate the construction of an exemplary bilateral partnership—one that transcends protocol and enters the realm of strategic trust.
From the moment Sultan Haitham stepped off the plane at Houari Boumediene International Airport, the Algerian state extended to him the highest tier of diplomatic reception. It was a welcome fit for an exceptional guest and a clear testament to the value Algeria places on its relationship with the Sultanate of Oman. The 21-gun salute echoed across the tarmac in a resounding gesture of honor and solemnity, while heartfelt handshakes and embraces exchanged between President Tebboune and Sultan Haitham exuded a deep sense of brotherhood and sincerity.
The symbolism of the airport reception was rich with meaning. Beyond the carefully orchestrated ceremonial details, the meeting between the two heads of state at the VIP lounge revealed the depth of trust and mutual admiration that characterizes their personal rapport. Present during this moment of high diplomacy were leading Algerian officials, including members of the government and ambassadors of Arab nations—further reinforcing Algeria’s intent to project the visit as a regional milestone.
This state visit is far from ceremonial; it signals a new momentum in Algerian-Omani cooperation, particularly in the political and economic arenas. The swift succession of high-level engagements between the two countries—President Tebboune’s October 2024 visit to Muscat, followed by February 2025 talks with Oman’s sovereign investment authority, and now Sultan Haitham’s return visit to Algiers—demonstrates an ambition that refuses to be stalled by convention or bureaucracy.
A centerpiece of this dynamic is the joint Algerian-Omani investment fund, recently established to channel capital into priority sectors such as food security, pharmaceuticals, and industrial manufacturing. The fund represents more than just financial cooperation; it is the cornerstone of a shared vision for sustainable development and regional resilience.
One visible success of this cooperation is AOA, the Algerian-Omani joint venture operating a high-capacity ammonia and urea complex in Arzew, Oran. Since 2017, the facility has not only met national agricultural demands but has also become a reliable exporter. Such strategic results illustrate what both nations hope to replicate in other sectors—from petrochemicals to logistics, education, and health services.
The speed with which new projects are being designed and approved is also notable. The South Korean Hyundai automotive assembly plant, with Omani involvement, was greenlighted in record time—highlighting both countries’ commitment to action over rhetoric and their mutual confidence in each other’s institutional frameworks.
Accompanying Sultan Haitham was a high-level delegation that included the Deputy Prime Minister for Defense Affairs, as well as the Ministers of Foreign Affairs, Agriculture, and Health, along with the head of the Oman Investment Authority. This broad and strategic representation underlines the serious intent behind the visit—to explore and finalize tangible projects that align with the goals of both Vision Oman 2040 and Algeria’s New Investment Law.
Ultimately, this visit has gone beyond diplomatic courtesy; it has reignited a legacy of fraternity and set both countries firmly on the path of constructive, diversified, and high-impact cooperation. With no ceiling to their ambition and a rapidly maturing bilateral agenda, Algeria and Oman have proven that when states are bound by trust, history, and shared aspirations, their partnership can achieve the extraordinary.
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