The Algerian Embassy in Damascus organized a reception on Monday evening to mark the 72nd anniversary of the Algerian Liberation Revolution of 1954, attended by official and diplomatic figures at the Dama Rose Hotel in Damascus. The People's Democratic Republic of Algeria commemorates the outbreak of the Liberation Revolution on November 1 every year, a pivotal milestone in the country's history and its people's struggle against French colonialism, leading to independence on July 5, 1962.
In its official speech at the event, the Algerian Embassy stated that the November 1, 1954 revolution changed the course of history and marked the dawn of independence, breaking the chains of colonialism. It noted that 1.5 million Algerians were martyred during the revolution between 1954 and 1962. It emphasized that relations transcend language and religion, highlighting the figure of Emir Abdelkader, who preferred the Levant as his final destination, while reaffirming efforts to strengthen Syrian-Algerian relations in the interest of both countries.
For his part, Algerian Ambassador to Damascus Abdelkader Qasmi Al-Hasni affirmed that this day is historic for Algeria, noting that the revolution enabled his country to gain independence despite its difficulties, as Algeria lost more than 1.5 million martyrs in this epic. He pointed out that Syria provided much to Algeria before and after its independence, with preparations underway for a forum of Syrian and Algerian businessmen.
For his part, Muhammad Tah Al-Ahmad, Advisor for Arab Affairs at the Syrian Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Expatriates, stated that the Syrian and Algerian peoples share many starting points and principles, offering his sincerest congratulations to Algeria. He noted that the Algerian side provided all means of assistance to the Syrian people in the reconstruction process, with work underway to form a technical team to travel to Algeria and sign agreements that enhance relations and increase trade between the two countries.
Source: Syrian Arab News Agency (SANA)
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