Clemens MacHal

Clemens Machal is a seasoned professional with extensive experience in international trade and diplomacy. Currently serving as a Commercial Counsellor at ADVANTAGE AUSTRIA within the Austrian Embassy in Kazakhstan since September 2019, Clemens has previously held the position of Regional Director for Asia/Oceania at the Austrian Embassy's Commercial Section from September 2004 to September 2019. This period included roles as Commercial Counsellor in Indonesia and Commercial Attaché in Chile, Ukraine, and Iran. Additionally, Clemens gained initial experience as a trainee at Raiffeisenlandesbank Niederösterreich-Wien AG. Academic qualifications include a Master’s degree in International Trade from WU (Vienna University of Economics and Business) and studies at Keio University.