Algeria 80% Footwear Depends On Imports

Algeria, which has a population of 32 million, has a large consumer market for textiles, clothing, shoes and hats. Over 80% of domestic textile products and ethnic garments are imported.

Textile and clothing are also the main products of China's export to Arab countries and occupy an important position in the Arab import market.

According to our customs statistics, in 2003, the export volume of our clothing and accessories reached 103 million 470 thousand US dollars, an increase of 133.1% over the same period last year. It has become the second largest export product to me besides electromechanical products.

In addition, China's exports to Algeria of tourist shoes, sports shoes, leather shoes, slippers, vulcanized shoes, plastic shoes and cloth shoes and other low-grade footwear products are also very popular in the country.

In fact, in recent years, advanced technologies, cars, daily necessities, electromechanical products and electronic information products that can enhance the quality of life for local residents have become a hot commodity in the market of Algeria.