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According to the same source, the meeting was held at Sonatrach's headquarters with the group's senior executives in attendance.

Discussions focused on reviewing projects currently being implemented by Técnicas Reunidas, notably the new Hassi Messaoud refinery project and the polypropylene production project in Turkey.

In this respect, Hachichi underscored “the importance of meeting the deadlines established project deadlines.”

He said that the Sonatrach group “will provide the necessary support to ensure these projects are delivered according to the agreed timeline, especially the Hassi Messaoud refinery project, given its economic and strategic importance, as it will contribute to strengthening national gasoline and diesel production, opening new export prospects,” the group's statement added.

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