Fatshimetrie, October 17, 2024 – On the occasion of the National Emigration Day, symbolizing the demonstrations of October 17, 1961, President Abdelmadjid Tebboune’s speech resonates with a deep attachment to the national community abroad. In a solemn message, the Head of State reaffirms the State’s commitment to defending the rights of Algerian children living abroad, to watching over their interests and to creating optimal conditions for their full integration into the process of national recovery and renewal.
On this commemoration, Tebboune pays tribute to the victims of this dark day and salutes expatriate Algerians, bearers of the national identity far from Algeria’s borders. The State thus demonstrates constant vigilance to guarantee the protection of members of its diaspora, emphasizing the importance of their contribution to the country’s growth and its renovation. This recognition is part of a dynamic of transition towards a promising future, marked by an innovative vision and confidence in the country’s ability to meet the challenges that stand in its way.
The presidential speech highlights the need to preserve national memory, in the face of attempts at manipulation and forgetting by some. Tebboune calls for a courageous and honest approach to free ourselves from the weight of the colonial past and move towards a future marked by justice and equity. He underlines the resilience of the Algerian people, heirs to a history of struggles and sacrifices, ready to face the hatred and divisions generated by obsolete thinking.
The celebration of the 63rd anniversary of the National Emigration Day recalls the unity and determination of Algerians living abroad during the struggle for independence. This date remains anchored in consciences, a symbol of unity and dedication to the ideals of the Revolution. Thus, each year, it highlights the strength of the bond that unites the diaspora to the homeland, recalling common aspirations and shared values that transcend geographical borders.
In conclusion, the presidential speech on the occasion of the National Emigration Day embodies a firm commitment to the national community abroad, emphasizing its essential contribution to the influence and vitality of Algeria. This symbolic day invites everyone to remember past struggles, to celebrate unity in diversity and to work together for a future of prosperity and peace, where solidarity and national fraternity remain the pillars of a proud and fulfilled Algeria.