Ambassador's word
Dear compatriots, and Bosnian friends.
Few months ago, Algeria opened its Embassy in Sarajevo, an initiative that reflects my country's desire to further consolidate the ties with Bosnia and Herzegovina which have been already marked by friendship and solidarity for many years. I had the honor and privilege of being the first diplomat in charge of this task, and thus, the first Ambassador of my country to Bosnia and Herzegovina.
Indeed, the foundations of the links between the two countries go far back in time, traversed by history, cultural affinities and the belonging to the same Mediterranean sphere. Thirty years ago, Algeria was among the first countries to recognize the nascent Republic of Bosnia and Herzegovina. This happened on April 24th, 1992, followed by the establishment of diplomatic relations on January 20th, 1993.
We wish to develop, thanks to this opening of a diplomatic mission, on a sound and mutually beneficial basis, our relations which would benefit from expanding to cover areas not yet sufficiently covered, such as industrial and economic cooperation.
However, and despite their rich ties, I think that Bosnia and Herzegovina and Algeria have still much to learn about each other. This website, a communication channel among others, is intended to serve as a window for Bosnians, to bring them closer to my country, help them discover it, offer them reliable and favorable information on its political, economic and cultural achievements and let them getting knowledge on its touristic assets and various investment opportunities.
For my compatriots living in Bosnia and Herzegovina, this website will constitute a platform for exchange and, modestly, a kind of umbilical cord that will connect them to the motherland and provide them with nutrients and resources.
In concluding, I would commit myself to not hesitate, as I have already expressed the will in previous meetings with members of the community, to serve them and offer them, me and my staff, the best possible services, and to come to their assistance and support whenever required.
Toufik MILAT
Ambassador of Algeria to Bosnia and Herzegovina.
April 2023.