France, May 6 -- RFI: You've just returned from a four-day visit to Algeria, where you kept a relatively low profile. Perhaps because given tensions over last two years it's best not to say anything that might cause offence?

Patrick Martin: I wouldn't say I kept a low profile. Algerian media, for instance, covered the visit quite extensively. But by accepting the invitation of my Algerian counterpart at the council for Algerian economic renewal (CREA), I do think I've helped to stabilise what are important and historic relations between France and Algeria.

RFI: Since the diplomatic rift in 2024, Algeria has been importing far fewer French products - cereals, cattle, for example. Do you expect those exports to pick up again after your vi...