Strengthening historical and cultural ties between Algeria and Elkader, USA

Minister of Mujahideen and Rights Holders, Laïd Rebiga, hosted the Mayor of Elkader, Joshua Robert Pope, in Algiers this Wednesday. The mayor is currently visiting Algeria alongside a delegation from Kansas at the invitation of President Abdelmadjid Tebboune. The meeting highlighted the strong historical connections between Algeria and the United States, particularly the symbolic naming of Elkader after Emir Abdelkader and its twinning agreement with the city of Mascara. Participants also recalled the late President John F. Kennedy’s support for the Algerian people's right to self-determination. Both sides emphasized the importance of fostering scientific and cultural cooperation through future exchange programs and shared expertise.