Diplomatic Desk:
On Sunday (July 5, 2026), the Algerian Embassy in Dhaka organized a celebration of the country’s 64th National Independence Day. Business In Bangladesh Editor Engr. Mohammad Shajibul-Al-Rajib, participated as an invited guest and extended his greetings.
Zahir Uddin Swapan, Minister of Information and Broadcasting of the Government of the People’s Republic of Bangladesh, was present as the chief guest at the event. He praised the activities of the Bangladesh-Algeria Business Forum and said that regular discussions and communication between Dhaka and Algiers are necessary to further expand trade, investment, economy, culture and diplomatic cooperation between the two countries. Algeria is a very important country in the international arena due to its energy resources and regional geopolitical position. The country has made an important contribution to Europe’s energy security. He referred to Algiers, located on the shores of the Mediterranean, as one of the most beautiful ‘white cities’ in the world and emphasized the need to increase communication and mutual visits between the people of Bangladesh and Algeria.
In his welcome speech at the event, Algerian Ambassador to Bangladesh Dr. Abdelwahab Saidani said that Algeria has vast investment and business opportunities in various promising sectors including pharmaceutical industry, agriculture, energy, information technology. He praised the role of the Bangladesh-Algeria Business Forum and said that the forum is further strengthening trade and investment relations between the two countries through business delegation exchanges, networking and participation in trade fairs.
The event organized by Algerian Ambassador to Bangladesh Dr. Abdelwahab Saidani was attended by senior officials of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, representatives of various organizations, members of the Bangladesh-Algeria Business Forum, journalists, representatives of civil society, cultural figures, freedom fighters, religious leaders, military and civilian officials, Algerian citizens and distinguished guests.
