The Algerian Navy continues to implement the People’s National Army’s military cooperation programme for 2026 through its participation in the SEABOARDER-26 maritime security exercise, a joint naval drill involving the navies of the countries participating in the 5+5 Defence Initiative, as part of the multilateral cooperation framework among the participating states.

In this context, the Commander of the Naval Forces, holding the rank of Major General, oversaw today an inspection ceremony for the high-seas patrol vessel El Moudhakkir, held at the northern quay of the Admiralty at the Algiers Naval Base in the 1st Military Region, ahead of the vessel’s departure to participate in the joint maritime exercise scheduled to take place off the coast of the Libyan capital, Tripoli.

Inspection of the High-Seas Patrol Vessel El Moudhakkir

The inspection ceremony for the high-seas patrol vessel El Moudhakkir was held at the northern quay of the Admiralty at the Algiers Naval Base as part of preparations for the Algerian Navy’s participation in the military cooperation programme scheduled for 2026.

The move comes ahead of the vessel’s departure to participate in the SEABOARDER-26 Exercise, which brings together the navies of the countries participating in the 5+5 Defence Initiative, underscoring the Algerian Navy’s continued engagement in joint activities conducted under multilateral military cooperation programmes.

The inspection marks a key preparatory stage ahead of the vessel’s deployment to the exercise area, with SEABOARDER-26 scheduled to take place off the coast of Tripoli, Libya, from 18 to 25 September 2026.

Joint Naval Exercise Involving 5+5 Defence Countries

The SEABOARDER-26 Exercise is scheduled to take place from 18 to 25 September 2026 off the coast of the Libyan capital, Tripoli, with the participation of the navies of the countries involved in the 5+5 Defence Initiative.

The exercise forms part of the joint military cooperation activities conducted among the participating countries, providing a framework for organising multilateral training and activities in the maritime domain, while facilitating the exchange of expertise and operational experience among the participating naval forces.

Such exercises have gained increasing importance amid the need to strengthen cooperation and coordination mechanisms among naval forces, particularly in areas related to maritime security and joint operations.

Algeria’s Role in Multilateral Military Cooperation

The participation of the Algerian Navy in the SEABOARDER-26 Exercise comes within the framework of the People’s National Army’s military cooperation programme for 2026, reflecting Algeria’s continued engagement in joint military activities of a multilateral nature.

This form of cooperation provides participating forces with an opportunity to operate and interact within a shared operational environment, helping to strengthen coordination mechanisms and facilitate the exchange of expertise among the various participating parties.

Joint exercises also provide a practical platform for assessing the level of interoperability between participating naval units and developing their ability to operate together within clearly defined and mutually agreed objectives.

Strengthening Joint Maritime Security Capabilities

A key objective of the SEABOARDER-26 Exercise is to strengthen joint interaction and cooperation in the field of maritime security among the navies of the countries participating in the 5+5 Defence Initiative.

This objective lies at the heart of the nature of multilateral exercises, which focus on enhancing coordination and cooperation among participating forces and facilitating the exchange of expertise in areas related to naval operations and security in maritime spaces.

By bringing the participating navies together in a joint activity, the exercise provides a practical framework for communication, coordination and field-level cooperation, enabling the participating forces to further develop joint working mechanisms and benefit from one another’s operational experience.

Tripoli to Host the Exercise

The SEABOARDER-26 Exercise is scheduled to take place off the coast of Tripoli, Libya, from 18 to 25 September 2026.

The selection of the maritime area off the Libyan coast comes within the framework of the joint cooperation programme between the navies of the countries participating in the 5+5 Defence Initiative, with the relevant naval units expected to take part in the various phases of the exercise according to the established programme.

The Algerian Navy’s participation in the international event is preceded by a series of preparatory measures and inspections, including the inspection of the high-seas patrol vessel El Moudhakkir, before its deployment to the exercise area.

Maritime Cooperation under the 5+5 Defence Initiative

The 5+5 Defence Initiative provides a framework for cooperation between the countries of the western Mediterranean, covering a range of defence and security-related areas, including joint maritime activities.

Exercises organised under the initiative form part of mechanisms designed to strengthen communication and coordination among the armed forces of participating countries through practical activities that facilitate the exchange of expertise and experience and enhance interoperability.

Within this framework, the Algerian Navy’s participation in the SEABOARDER-26 Exercise represents one of the activities included in the People’s National Army’s military cooperation programme for 2026.

Algerian Participation Highlights Readiness and Interoperability

The participation of the high-seas patrol vessel El Moudhakkir in the joint naval exercise highlights the level of preparation undertaken by the Algerian Navy ahead of its involvement in international activities organised as part of military cooperation programmes.

The vessel’s deployment to participate in the exercise also reflects the Naval Forces’ commitment to activities that provide opportunities to enhance interaction with their counterparts from the participating countries, particularly in the field of maritime security.

The exercise will also provide an opportunity to exchange expertise and operational experience and to benefit from the various maritime procedures and practices employed by participating naval forces, supporting the broader objectives of multilateral cooperation.

Another Milestone in Algeria’s 2026 Military Cooperation Programme

The anticipated participation in the SEABOARDER-26 Exercise comes as part of the People’s National Army’s military cooperation programme for 2026, which includes joint activities with partners from different countries and across a range of operational fields.

The participation further underlines the continued presence of the Algerian Navy in multilateral exercises and activities, providing an opportunity to strengthen interoperability with participating naval forces, particularly on issues related to maritime security.

As the exercise is set to begin on 18 September and continue through 25 September, attention will turn to the participation of the high-seas patrol vessel El Moudhakkir in the joint maritime event taking place off the coast of Tripoli, within the framework of cooperation among the navies of the countries participating in the 5+5 Defence Initiative.