Erdoğan greets Algerian president in Ankara
Abdelmadjid Tebboune, Algeria’s head of state, arrived in Türkiye’s capital for an official visit, where President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan personally welcomed him at Esenboğa Airport with a ceremonial salute and brief talks.
Türkiye’s President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan received Algerian President Abdelmadjid Tebboune in Ankara on Wednesday, marking the start of a high-profile official visit aimed at strengthening bilateral ties between the two nations.
Ceremonial welcome at Esenboğa Airport
Erdoğan greeted his Algerian counterpart personally upon landing at Esenboğa Airport, the main international gateway to the Turkish capital. After moving to the ceremony area, Tebboune inspected the guard of honour in a traditional military salute. The two leaders then held a brief but symbolic meeting at the airport, underscoring the warmth of Türkiye-Algeria relations.
Strengthening strategic partnership
While the official agenda for Tebboune’s visit has yet to be fully disclosed, diplomatic sources note that Ankara and Algiers have been expanding cooperation across defence, energy, and trade. The personal welcome by Erdoğan reflects Türkiye’s prioritisation of its African partnerships, with Algeria viewed as a key player in the region.
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Looking ahead
Tebboune’s visit is expected to include further talks at the presidential complex, potentially yielding new agreements. The welcoming ceremony, though brief, set a tone of mutual respect and strategic intent, reinforcing a relationship built on growing economic and political alignment.
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