During the World Petroleum Congress in Riyadh, Algerian Energy Minister Mohamed Arkab met with Kuwaiti Oil Minister Tariq Suleiman Al-Roumi to discuss boosting bilateral cooperation in the hydrocarbon sector. The discussions focused on maintaining strategic coordination within OPEC and the OPEC+ alliance to ensure global oil market stability and market equilibrium. Arkab encouraged Kuwaiti firms to invest in Algeria's hydrocarbon industry, highlighting the upcoming "Bid Round Algeria 2026" and the favorable regulatory framework for foreign partners. The Kuwaiti minister commended Algeria's energy strategy and confirmed his country's interest in establishing long-term joint projects with Algerian counterparts.