# Algerian envoy says there is ample scope to expand trade with Russia

https://mins.news/en/item/116053

- TASS, 2026-10-26 15:15 UTC
- Economy
- Original: https://tass.com/economy/2208061

> Trade between Algeria and Russia is currently about $3 billion, a level Algerian Ambassador Toufik Jouamaa called very small relative to the countries’ potential and strategic relationship. Algeria wants to broaden economic ties, with energy and renewable sources among its cooperation priorities.

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