Secretary of State to the Minister of Foreign Affairs, Sofiane Chaib, concluded his working visit to the United Kingdom on Sunday, June 7th, with a stop in Manchester. During his visit, Mr. Chaib met with members of the Algerian community residing in Manchester and other regions of Northern the United Kingdom. He affirmed the Algerian state's keenness to value their contributions and enhance their participation in Algeria's development and modernization process.
Mr. Chaib stated that his interactions were "part of an approach based on direct dialogue and listening to the concerns of the community." He emphasized "the distinguished position held by the Algerian community abroad within public policies, as it is an important human and strategic asset." He also noted "the importance of opening the new air route between Algiers and Manchester," calling it a practical step to facilitate travel and strengthen ties with the homeland.
Strengthening State-Diaspora Dialogue
The meeting took place as part of the Algerian state's ongoing efforts to strengthen direct communication and regular consultation with members of the national community abroad. Secretary of State Sofiane Chaib stated that this initiative falls within an approach based on direct dialogue, listening to the community's concerns, and understanding its aspirations and needs. Chaib said the strategy "تندرج ضمن مقاربة تقوم على الحوار المباشر والإصغاء لانشغالات الجالية والوقوف على تطلعاتها واحتياجاته" (is part of an approach based on direct dialogue, listening to the concerns of the community, and understanding its aspirations and needs).
Chaib noted the distinguished position of the Algerian community abroad within public policies, considering it an important human and strategic asset. He affirmed, "المكانة المتميزة التي تحظى بها الجالية الجزائرية بالخارج ضمن السياسات العمومية، باعتبارها رصيدا بشريا واستراتيجيا مهما" (the distinguished position held by the Algerian community abroad within public policies, as it is an important human and strategic asset). The Secretary of State praised the high national spirit demonstrated by the Algerian community in the United Kingdom, noting "الروح الوطنية العالية التي يتحلى بها أفراد الجالية الجزائرية بالمملكة المتحدة" (the high national spirit that members of the Algerian community in the United Kingdom possess).
Enhancing Citizen Care and Services
Secretary of State Sofiane Chaib showed the Algerian state's commitment to improving services for its citizens residing abroad. Chaib reviewed concerted efforts to modernize the consular system, advance digitalization, and streamline administrative procedures for the diaspora. He emphasized that these initiatives are part of the Algerian state's dedication "to valuing their contributions and enhancing their participation in Algeria's development and modernization process," according to his remarks. The Secretary of State noted the significance of the new air route connecting Algiers and Manchester, stating it was "a practical step that responds to the aspirations of our citizens residing in Northern the United Kingdom and contributes to facilitating their travel and strengthening their connection with the motherland." During his engagements, Mr. Chaib was accompanied by the Algerian Ambassador and the Consul General of Algeria in London, marking official support for these efforts.
Boosting Ties and National Identity
The meeting provided a platform to reiterate initiatives designed to reinforce the diaspora's connections with their homeland. These initiatives focus on supporting cultural and educational programs for younger generations, alongside encouraging community-based work and activities that help preserve national identity. Secretary of State Sofiane Chaib urged the Algerian community abroad to sustain their positive contributions to Algeria's development, thereby enhancing its influence on the global stage. He also emphasized the importance of maintaining strong ties between the diaspora and their homeland. These efforts align with the broader strategy to integrate the community's potential into the nation's progress.
New Air Route Facilitates Connection
The meeting between Secretary of State Sofiane Chaib and members of the Algerian community in Manchester facilitated an open dialogue. Participants addressed various concerns, including the strengthening of air links between Algeria and the United Kingdom. Mr. Chaib noted the importance of establishing the new air route connecting Algeria and Manchester. He described this new link as a practical step designed to meet the aspirations of Algerian citizens residing in northern the United Kingdom, thereby facilitating their travel and reinforcing their connection with their homeland. Chaib stated that this initiative is "a practical step that responds to the aspirations of our citizens residing in Northern the United Kingdom and contributes to facilitating their travel and strengthening their connection with the motherland."
The Secretary of State emphasized that the Algerian state is keen to value the contributions of its diaspora and enhance their participation in Algeria's development and modernization. He reiterated that his interactions with the community were part of an approach based on direct dialogue and listening to their concerns. Chaib affirmed that the Algerian community abroad holds a distinguished position within public policies, considering it an important human and strategic asset. He praised "the high national spirit that members of the Algerian community in the United Kingdom possess."
