President Tebboune Appoints Abdelhafidh Bakhouche as New Director General of Algerian Customs

BY: Hana Saada

Algiers, September 13, 2023 — In a significant development aimed at fortifying Algeria’s customs administration, President Abdelmadjid Tebboune has announced the appointment of Abdelhafidh Bakhouche as the new Director General of Algerian Customs. Bakhouche takes the reins from the outgoing Noureddine Khaldi, whose tenure has concluded.

Abdelhafidh Bakhouche, an accomplished professional, brings a wealth of experience and expertise to his new role. With this appointment, President Tebboune demonstrates a commitment to enhancing the efficiency and effectiveness of the Algerian customs system, a critical component of the nation’s economic infrastructure.