Algeria-Netherlands: joint working group on hydrogen memorandum (communique)
According to Radio Algerienne, Algeria and the Netherlands agreed on a joint working group to finalise a draft memorandum of understanding on hydrogen.
In short
According to Radio Algerienne, citing a communique of the Ministry of Energy and Renewable Energies, Algeria and the Netherlands agreed to set up a joint working group. It is tasked with speeding up the finalisation of a draft memorandum of understanding on hydrogen and the energy transition.
Key points
- Meeting between Algeria's Minister of Energy and Renewable Energies and the Dutch Minister of Foreign Affairs.
- The draft memorandum of understanding on hydrogen and the energy transition was reviewed.
- Both sides agreed on a joint working group.
- The group is to speed up finalisation of the draft memorandum.
- Talks also covered electricity, energy efficiency and training.
What the communique reports
According to Radio Algerienne, the Minister of Energy and Renewable Energies received the Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Kingdom of the Netherlands. The meeting took place with the Algerian ambassador to the Netherlands and the Dutch ambassador in Algeria present.
The two sides reviewed cooperation in energy, notably electricity, new and renewable energies and green hydrogen.
The draft memorandum of understanding
Per the dispatch, the draft memorandum of understanding on hydrogen and the energy transition is under consultation between the two sides. It was reviewed as a framework to define areas of cooperation and develop the bilateral partnership.
- Energy efficiency
- Training
- Exchange of expertise
What the two sides agreed
At the end of the meeting, the two sides agreed to set up a joint working group. Its task is to speed up the finalisation of the draft memorandum of understanding.
For foreign investors
Per the dispatch, the Dutch Minister of Foreign Affairs voiced his country's interest in exploring cooperation and investment opportunities with Algeria, notably in clean energy and green hydrogen.
Frequently asked questions
What did Algeria and the Netherlands agree on hydrogen?
According to Radio Algerienne, both sides agreed to set up a joint working group. It is tasked with speeding up the finalisation of the draft memorandum of understanding on hydrogen and the energy transition.
Which topics were discussed at the meeting?
The dispatch lists electricity, new and renewable energies and green hydrogen. It also mentions energy efficiency, training and the exchange of expertise.