The president of Algeria’s CNESE arrives in N’Djamena for a landmark visit

ALGER — Mohamed Boukhari, President of Algeria’s National Economic, Social and Environmental Council (CNESE), arrived in N’Djamena on Tuesday at the invitation of his counterpart in Chad, Ahmat Mboudou Mahamat. The purpose of the visit is to attend the official opening of the second ordinary session of Chad’s Economic, Social, Cultural and Environmental Council (CESCE) for 2026, scheduled for Wednesday.

This high-level engagement underscores the deepening partnership between Algeria and Chad, particularly in the areas of economic governance, sustainable development, and institutional cooperation. It also highlights the strategic importance of regional dialogue in addressing shared challenges across the Sahel.

Key agenda: strengthening economic and environmental cooperation

The two-day working visit is expected to pave the way for stronger bilateral ties, with a focus on joint initiatives in green energy, cross-border trade, and institutional capacity-building. Both councils will assess progress on previously agreed frameworks and explore new avenues for collaboration.

As part of the official program, Boukhari will hold bilateral meetings with Chadian officials, including representatives from the Ministry of Economy and key private sector stakeholders. Discussions will center on aligning economic policies to enhance resilience in the face of regional instability.

Why this visit matters for the Sahel region

In a time of heightened security concerns and economic volatility across the Sahel, such diplomatic exchanges play a crucial role in fostering stability. The outcome of this visit could set a precedent for future engagements aimed at consolidating peace, security, and sustainable growth in the region.

The session will also serve as a platform to review Chad’s progress in implementing its national development plan, with a special emphasis on social inclusion and environmental protection.

Looking ahead: a new chapter in Algeria-Chad relations

This official visit represents more than a diplomatic formality — it signals a renewed commitment to strengthening ties between two neighboring nations. With shared interests in energy security and regional integration, both countries are poised to deepen their collaboration in the years to come.

As the second ordinary session of Chad’s CESCE gets underway, the international community will be watching closely to see how these discussions shape the future of economic and environmental policy in Central Africa.