Algeria

In 2013, the value of merchandise exports of Algeria decreased moderately by 8.2 percent to reach 66.0 bln US$, while its merchandise imports increased moderately by 9.0 percent to reach 54.9 bln US$ (see graph 1, table 2 and table 3). The merchandise trade balance recorded a relatively small surplus of 11.1 bln US$ (see graph 1). The largest merchandise trade balance was with MDG Developed Europe at 14.4 bln US$ (see graph 4). Merchandise exports in Algeria were diversified amongst partners; imports were also diversified. The top 10 partners accounted for 80 percent or more of exports and 19 partners accounted for 80 percent or more of imports (see graph 5). In 2012, the value of exports of services of Algeria increased moderately by 6.8 percent, reaching 4.0 bln US$, while its imports of services decreased substantially by 11.8 percent and reached 11.0 bln US$ (see graph 2). There was a large trade in services deficit of 7.0 bln US$.

Related Subject(s): International Trade and Finance

Countries: Algeria