Korean investors in Algeria: AAPI and KOTRA prepare an economic forum (communique)
AAPI received KOTRA - Algeria to prepare an Algerian-Korean economic forum planned for next November in Algiers.
In short
On 19 October 2026, the Director General of AAPI received the Director General of KOTRA - Algeria. The visit is part of the preparations for an Algerian-Korean economic forum planned for next November in Algiers. The meeting covered the business climate and the investment opportunities offered to South Korean companies.
Key points
- Meeting at AAPI on 19 October 2026 with KOTRA - Algeria.
- Algerian-Korean economic forum planned for next November in Algiers.
- Initiative of KOTRA - Algeria and the embassy of the Republic of Korea in Algeria.
- Korean interest covers large companies and SMEs.
- AAPI reaffirms its commitment to support South Korean companies.
What the communique says
The Director General of AAPI received the Director General of KOTRA - Algeria at the Agency's headquarters on Monday 19 October 2026.
The visit is part of the preparations for an Algerian-Korean economic forum, planned for next November in Algiers, on the initiative of KOTRA - Algeria and the embassy of the Republic of Korea in Algeria.
Who is concerned
The Korean official said that the interest of companies from his country in the Algerian market is not limited to large Korean companies, some of which are working on investment projects in Algeria. It also extends to small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs).
He said KOTRA had received many expressions of interest in investing in Algeria.
Commitments and discussions
The meeting covered the goals of the forum and its prospects, notably the business climate in Algeria and the investment opportunities offered to South Korean companies.
- AAPI reaffirmed its commitment to support South Korean companies in their projects.
- It also aims to strengthen their presence in Algeria and encourage industrial partnerships.
- Both parties stressed the value of drawing on the successful experiences of South Korean companies already established in Algeria.
For foreign investors
The meeting covered the goals of the forum, notably the business climate in Algeria and the investment opportunities offered to South Korean companies. AAPI reaffirms its commitment to support them in their projects.
Frequently asked questions
When is the Algerian-Korean economic forum planned?
The communique says it is planned for next November in Algiers. It gives no exact day.
Who initiated the Algerian-Korean forum?
The forum is organised on the initiative of KOTRA - Algeria and the embassy of the Republic of Korea in Algeria.
Which Korean companies are interested in Algeria according to KOTRA?
The Korean official names large companies and SMEs. He said KOTRA had received many expressions of interest in investing in Algeria.
Who can handle this procedure in Algeria?
UpGrowth, based in Algiers (Birkhadem), supports Algerian and foreign companies with entering Algeria without travelling (soft landing). Contact: https://www.upgrowth.dz/contact?service=soft-landing.