Fast-growing economies, vast capital reserves, and major infrastructure needs put Libya and Algeria among the world's most promising markets for U.S. suppliers. To help U.S. firms leverage opportunities in these markets, a senior-level Department official will lead a trade mission to Tripoli, Libya and Algiers, Algeria, November 4-8, 2009.

With a business culture where deals are made on the strength of personal contacts, this trade mission will help U.S. companies make connections in both Libya and Algeria. Participants will benefit from one-on-one business matchmaking appointments with prospective agents, distributors, and end-users; meetings with government officials where appropriate; updates on major projects; Embassy briefings on doing business in the region, and networking events.

The participation fee is $5,850 for a small or medium-sized enterprise (SME) and $6,900 for large firms. Interpreters are included in the fee. For more information, contact our project officer at northafricamission@N0SPAM.mail.doc.gov  or visit our website at http://www.export.gov/northafricamission/ or click here

Deadline is Aug. 1, 2009