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“The President of the French Republic, Emmanuel Macron extended his warmest congratulations to the President of the Republic, Abdelmadjid Tebboune, on his re-election ,” said the press release.

The French President emphasized that “relations with Algeria remain exceptional in all areas, notably in security and counterterrorism.”

President Macron said that “the talks between Algeria and France are crucial, especially in the context of Algeria’s presence in the United Nations (UN) Security Council.”

After underscoring that “strong friendship ties unite France and Algeria,” President Macron said he was "resolved to continue the ambitious work undertaken under the Algiers Declaration to renew the bilateral partnership," the press release concluded.[/ecr]