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Summary of the 7th Edition of the Algerian Products Fair in Nouakchott
The 7th edition of the Algerian Products Fair held in Nouakchott, Mauritania, from May 22 to 28, 2023, has attracted a significant number of visitors, highlighting a growing interest in Algerian goods. Organized by the Ministry of Foreign Trade and Export Promotion, the event showcased the high quality and diversity of products from Algeria, demonstrating the increasing confidence in Algerian industry in the Mauritanian market.
Visitor Engagement and Product Interest
Visitors displayed a strong enthusiasm for various Algerian products, including household appliances, food items, footwear, textiles, cosmetics, and detergents. Many expressed satisfaction with the quality of these goods, favoring them over imported alternatives. Several attendees remarked on the competitive pricing of Algerian products, which enhances their market appeal.
One visitor voiced his preference for Algerian products due to his experiences studying in Algeria, particularly praising the quality of Algerian beverages. His wife shared her loyalty to Algerian cosmetics, specifically attending the fair to take advantage of promotional offers.
Moreover, another visitor highlighted a growing reliance on Algerian food products such as dates, well-regarded for their quality and affordability. As a merchant in the construction materials sector, he called for increased availability of Algerian construction products, like rebar and cement, which are gaining popularity for their superior quality.
M. Moulaye Ould Moulaye Idriss, President of the National Union of Mauritanian Horticulture Interprofessions (UNIH), commended the quality of irrigation systems from Algeria, which meet international standards and are attractively priced. He pointed out that the fair facilitated connections with Algerian producers to enhance the availability of these products in Mauritania.
Business and Market Opportunities
For exhibitors, the positive reception at the fair signals promising prospects for solidifying Algerian products’ position in the Mauritanian market while expanding into West African markets. Over 200 Algerian companies representing diverse sectors participated, reinforcing the state’s efforts to boost non-hydrocarbon exports and strengthen economic ties in Africa.
This fair not only showcased the strengths of Algerian products but also established a framework for deeper economic collaboration between Algeria and Mauritania. The enthusiasm from both visitors and exhibitors underscores the viability and potential for Algerian goods within the Mauritanian market and beyond.
In conclusion, the 7th Algerian Products Fair in Nouakchott exemplified the growing interest in and support for Algerian products, indicating a bright future for Algeria’s export-driven economy in the West African region.
