The inaugural Joint Commission meeting between India and Algeria took place in New Delhi on May 05, 2026
The two sides discussed areas of mutual interest in the field of training, military exercise, medical cooperation and defence industries
Both countries agreed to further expand defence cooperation activities between the two countries
Both countries signed the Rules of Procedure responsible for overseeing the implementation of India-Algeria defence cooperation
The Rules of Procedure will work as a guiding framework for Joint Commission meetings
The meeting was co-chaired by Joint Secretary (International Cooperation) Shri Amitabh Prasad and Chief of Staff of the Naval Forces, Algeria Maj Gen Kaid Nour Eddine
The Indian delegation comprised officers from three Services, HQ, Integrated Defence Staff, Department of Defence Production, DRDO, Armed Forces Medical Services, and Ministry of External Affairs
Defence relationship between India and Algeria has gained momentum since the signing of a Defence MoU in 2024
The relationship is marked by high-level visits from both sides
Maj Gen Kaid Nour Eddine laid a wreath at the National War Memorial, New Delhi and paid homage to the fallen heroes
The Algerian delegation will also interact with defence industries during the visit
