King Hassan voices optimism over future of relations with Algeria

Originally published November 2, 1998

King Hassan II has renewed "feelings of hope and optimism" as to the future of the brotherly ties binding Morocco and Algeria. In a message to Algerian President Liamine Zeroual on the occasion of Algeria's national day, King Hassan II said "We seize this happy opportunity to renew to you the feelings of hope and optimism as to the future of the brotherly ties between our two neighboring and brotherly countries."

The king also voiced wishes of security, peace and prosperity to the Algerian people.

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