"We are happy for the cooperation between Algeria and ICRC that has significantly been strengthened in recent years, thanks to my two visits to Algeria," president of the ICRC told the national press after a meeting with Minister of State, Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation Ramtane Lamamra.
Peter Maurer has told Lamamra, " we work very well together" on the international human rights and other aspects, adding that the meeting enabled the two parties "to exchange on views, mainly regarding conflicts in the region, Syria and the impact of the crisis on the region’s stability", he stressed, adding that he is "very interested" in the Algerian official’s opinions and interpretations.
"I just came back from Syria and I seize this opportunity to discuss with Lamamra ICRC’s efforts to extend our operational area in this conflict that affects a civil population in Syria and concerns us." The same official continues.
Lamamra, of his part said that Algeria’s relations with humanitarian bodies "draws from history, culture and commitment, symbolized by Emir Abdelkader, who is one of the pioneers of the humanitarian action."
He also recalled that Algeria, which experienced a liberation war, had adhered to the Geneva Convention, "a first precondition in terms of international law."
Adel Ben Guessoum
