The role of economic attachés in Algerian embassies in supporting Algerian exporters

Latereche, Ali; Djaafri, Abdellah

The Responsible Manager's Journal
Volume 3, Numéro 2, Pages 60-70
2025-12-30

The Role Of Economic Attachés In Algerian Embassies In Supporting Algerian Exporters

Auteurs : Latereche Ali . Djaafri Abdellah .

Résumé

The economic attaché at Algerian embassies and consulates plays a crucial role in enhancing Algeria’s exports and supporting exporters abroad, thereby strengthening national economic security. This role includes promoting Algerian products to foreign consumers and economic operators through organizing meetings, exhibitions, and inviting exporters and investors to participate in international events. The attaché continuously collects and analyzes commercial and investment data to prepare studies on export opportunities and promising sectors in target markets. They also facilitate connections and partnerships between Algerian exporters and foreign importers and support visiting Algerian economic delegations. Procedurally, the economic attaché assists exporters with trade procedures, customs, technical standards, and legal regulations in the host country, providing updated market, pricing, and competitor information. They intervene to resolve administrative and commercial obstacles faced by exporters. Additionally, the attaché promotes Algeria’s investment climate to attract foreign investment and technology, aiming to support the national export sector. Finally, they monitor and evaluate market developments and economic trends in the host country, preparing regular reports for the Ministry of Foreign Affairs in coordination with relevant economic ministries.