I think this is more workable --- In our embassy's context, absence of economic/commercial officials in the Mission means consulting/liaising (by email or phone) with Ministry of Commerce in Capital. From experience, this poses huge challenges. We cannot get advice/guidance urgently when needed due to a myriad factors: unavailability of concerned officials; failure/bad connections; etc, etc.

A presence of a specialist attaché at the Mission will instantly address any challenges/problems the Mission will face re economic/commercial issues.

Source author: David Ateti Teaabo david.teaabo@gmail.com