China and Algeria have joined forces in a significant partnership to construct an expansive 6,000 kilometers of railway lines within the North African nation, a move lauded by Algerian President Abdelmadjid Tebboune as pivotal in advancing his country’s socio-economic progress.
The ambitious railway project is part of the two countries’ broader cooperation under the Belt and Road Initiative (BRI), a massive China-proposed project to boost global trade and commerce by improving infrastructure and connectivity.
An Algerian parliament member stated that the project, which will be supported by Chinese technical know-how and construction expertise, will connect all cities and regions in Algeria, as well as pave the way for economic development in the country.
Algerian economist Karim Allam also said he believes that the mega railway project will provide significant opportunities for economic growth and job creation in the country.
The Algerian President expressed his intention to entrust this mega project to the Chinese partners who have the experience and the expertise in this field.
China is the second largest economic power in the world. Developing 6,000 kilometers of railway will allow Algeria to achieve a phenomenal economic growth,” he said.
Algerians have welcomed the announcement made by President Tebboune.
President Tebboune’s announcement came after his state visit to China last month.
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