Algeria has set an ambitious target to raise the value of its non-hydrocarbon exports to $5 billion by the end of 2025, a move aimed at diversifying the economy and reducing reliance on oil and gas revenues.
The announcement was made by Abdelatif El-Houari, Acting Director of Export Support Mechanisms at the Ministry of Foreign Trade and Export Promotion.
Speaking on national radio, El-Houari attributed the export growth to a surge in international trade agreements, particularly those signed at global exhibitions and trade fairs.
Over the course of 2025, Algeria has secured more than 80 international commercial contracts through active participation in such events.
He highlighted the increasing strategic role of domestic and global economic forums, which now serve as platforms to promote Algerian-made goods, establish strong trade partnerships, and expand market reach.
Key milestones of 2025 include:
- Algerian Products Fair, Nouakchott, Mauritania (May 2025): 44 exclusive export contracts were signed, including several joint ventures with Mauritanian businesses, demonstrating enhanced regional cooperation.
- Moscow Fair (September 2025): 18 export agreements were finalized.
- Agricultural Expo, Spain: 12 contracts focused on the agri-food sector were signed.
- Additional agreements concluded at the International Fair in Slovenia strengthened Algeria’s commercial presence in Europe.
El-Houari also reported a 23% rise in non-hydrocarbon exports during the first seven months of 2025 compared to the same period in 2024.
He noted that diversification of export markets has played a crucial role, with Algerian products now reaching not only traditional European partners but also North America, Asia, and several African nations.
He further emphasized that Algeria’s geographical proximity to Europe, combined with regular and efficient maritime shipping routes, continues to facilitate export expansion, particularly in terms of logistics and delivery timelines.
This export push reflects Algeria’s ongoing commitment to strengthening economic resilience by promoting non-oil sectors and expanding its footprint in global trade.
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