Kansas delegation visits Algeria to foster bilateral ties

A U.S. delegation consisting of local officials and citizens from Kansas arrived in Algiers on Monday, November 9. Invited by President Abdelmadjid Tebboune, the group, which includes former ambassador Elizabeth Moore Aubin, was welcomed by presidential advisor Kamel Sidi Saïd and Sports Minister Walid Sadi. Led by Lawrence Mayor Brad Finkeldei, the visit aims to strengthen connections formed during the 2026 World Cup. Elkader Mayor Josh R. Pope emphasized the importance of maintaining historical ties between his city and Algeria. Elizabeth Moore Aubin expressed her honor in returning, highlighting the strong bond developed between the two nations during the global football tournament. The delegation’s itinerary includes historical and cultural site visits in Algiers, Tipaza, and Ghardaïa, as well as a tour of the national team training center in Sidi Moussa. Discussions regarding a potential twinning agreement between Tipaza and a U.S. city are also on the agenda.