Ahmed Attaf, Algeria's Minister of State, Minister of Foreign Affairs, the National Community Abroad and African Affairs, held a discussion session on Thursday, August 27, in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. During the session, Mr. Attaf reiterated his congratulations to Mauritania on the election of its candidate as Secretary-General of the Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC). He affirmed Algeria's readiness to work and coordinate with the new Secretary-General to serve the organization's goals and principles, and to enhance its role in defending the issues of the Islamic world and the interests of its peoples.
Appreciation for Algerian Support
Mauritanian Minister Mohamed Salem Ould Merzoug met with his Algerian counterpart in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. Mr. Ould Merzoug expressed his gratitude to Algeria for its support of Mauritania's candidate for the position of Secretary-General of the Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC). He praised the competence and experience of Ould Cheikh Ahmed, stating, "Ould Merzoug expressed his thanks and appreciation to Algeria for its support for Mauritania's candidate for the position of Secretary-General of the Organization of Islamic Cooperation, and noted the competence and experience that Ould Cheikh Ahmed possesses, which qualifies him to carry out the tasks entrusted to him to the fullest extent, and to contribute to strengthening the organization's work and achieving its goals."
Algeria's Stance and Future Cooperation
The meeting included the presence of the newly elected Secretary-General of the Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC), Ismail Ould Cheikh Ahmed. During the discussions, Ahmed Attaf, Algeria's Minister of State, Minister of Foreign Affairs, the National Community Abroad and African Affairs, reiterated his congratulations to Mauritania. Mr. Attaf specifically congratulated Mauritania on the successful election of its candidate, Mr. Ould Cheikh Ahmed, to the OIC's top leadership position. Algeria's foreign minister emphasized his country's commitment to working collaboratively with the new Secretary-General. This cooperation aims to advance the organization's objectives and principles, further strengthening its role in addressing issues pertinent to the Islamic world and the interests of its populations.
Context of the OIC Meeting
The discussions between Algerian and Mauritanian officials occurred on the sidelines of a significant gathering. The meeting was held during the 23rd extraordinary session of the Council of Foreign Ministers of the Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) member states. This session provided the backdrop for the exchange of congratulations and expressions of gratitude regarding the recent election of Mauritania's candidate as the OIC Secretary-General. The presence of key ministers from both nations at this wider OIC event showed the diplomatic importance of the bilateral discussions concerning the organization's leadership transition and future cooperation.
Significance of the Election
Mauritanian Minister Mohamed Salem Ould Merzoug conveyed his thanks and appreciation to Algeria for its support of Mauritania's candidate for the position of Secretary-General of the Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC). The election of Ismail Ould Cheikh Ahmed to this prominent role is seen as a significant step for Mauritania within the international Islamic body. In response, Algeria affirmed its readiness to work and coordinate with the new Secretary-General. This collaboration aims to further the organization's goals and principles, reinforcing its efforts to address issues pertinent to the Islamic world and the interests of its populations. The mutual commitment shows a shared vision for strengthening the OIC's influence.
