The Wilaya of the Oriental Region is a public entity which, as the representative of central government at regional level, coordinates the activities of the decentralised services and ensures that they are coherent, convergent and unified in their actions. It ensures the continuity of the public services provided by these services and monitors the implementation of public and sectoral policies at regional level.
In addition to its remit, the Wilaya is responsible for supporting the decentralised services of the State with a view to assisting local authorities in carrying out their development programmes and projects.