Algeria–People's Republic of China relations

Sino-Algerian relations

Algeria

China

Sino-Algerian relations refers to the current and historical relationship between Algeria and the People's Republic of China. The two states have traditionally strong relations. In 2010, relations were considered the strongest of all Arab-Chinese relations.[1] Relations are focused primarily around commercial ties.[2]

Energy

As of 1996, Algeria had two nuclear reactors, one of which was a heavy water research facility built by China. Algeria signed the Nuclear Non-Proliferation Treaty in June 1996.[3]

References

  1. ^ China’s relations with Algeria catch attention Silk Road Economy, January 24, 2010
  2. ^ China’s Inroads into North Africa: An Assessment of Sino-Algerian Relations by Chris Zambellis, China Brief Volume: 10 Issue: 1, January 7, 2010
  3. ^ Algeria-Nuclear Tie New York Times, June 3, 1996