As part of efforts to strengthen external cooperation and explore ways to expand Algeria’s international partnerships, the Minister of Energy and Renewable Energies, Dr. Mourad Adjal, received, on Sunday, January 18, 2026, at the headquarters of the Ministry, a delegation of senior executives from Huawei, the Chinese operator specializing in telecommunications and consumer electronics. The delegation was led by Mr. Li Xin, Regional President of Huawei for North, West, and Central Africa.The meeting focused on discussing opportunities for cooperation and partnership between the Ministry of Energy and Renewable Energies, through its affiliated entities, and the Chinese operator Huawei, particularly with regard to the development of various technologies in the fields of energy, new and renewable energies.

In his opening remarks, delivered in the presence of several senior officials of the Ministry, Minister Mourad Adjal recalled the depth of the historical relations between Algeria and China, as well as the strength of the economic partnerships that have developed over generations, as evidenced by the strong presence of chinese economic operators across various sectors in the Algerian market. He emphasized Algeria’s interest in further strengthening these relations, especially in light of the favorable economic climate now offered to foreign investors and the significant opportunities available to them, particularly in the energy and renewable energy sectors. The Minister also stressed the importance of training and technology transfer, which he considers as a ; strategic priority for the sector. In this context, he highlighted the value placed on Chinese expertise, given the positive results achieved in the Algerian market, thanks to their experience, credibility, and commitment to fulfilling contractual obligations in project implementation.

For his part, Mr. Li Xin expressed his country’s strong interest in deepening partnerships with Algeria, welcoming the significant opportunities offered by Algeria to its foreign partners, in which Huawei seeks to play an active role. He underlined Huawei’s willingness to support Algeria in developing the use of advanced technologies in the energy and renewable energy sectors and to contribute to the smooth implementation of the national energy transition program.

And in conclusion to the meeting's proceedings, both parties agreed to organize a joint meeting between experts from the Ministry of Energy and Renewable Energies and Huawei, aimed at reviewing the proposals submitted by the Chinese operator. This process will enable the identification of priority areas and sectors of cooperation, on the basis of which appropriate decisions will be taken and further meetings organized to structure and formalize the partnership project between the two side.