The geographical views with a diversity of lowlands, highlands, deserts, and savannas over the nation's landscape contribute to the tourism rate by sharing a substantial contribution to the annual revenue generation. The growing domestic necessities of the nation with the diversity of industrial and agricultural acquirement promote the country as a top global importer among all the other traders. Some key factors like infrastructure development, industrialization efforts, and growing population are the reasons behind the growing rate of imports which requires top products like construction equipment and mineral fuels for wind energy projects.

The fastest growing economy of Africa heavily reliant on its import and export trades for growing economy has recorded a GDP value of 110 billion US dollars in 2023. The growing consumer demands and the better infrastructure of the transportation ports have recorded an import trade value of 26 billion US dollars with a representative growth rate of 4.2% from the previous year.

Top 10 Imports of Ethiopia in 2023

The growing economy and diverse market of the nation are leading to a diverging range of imports for different industrial sectors of the country. According to the Ethiopia Import Data, the top 10 imports of the nation in 2023 are discussed below,

• Machinery and Mechanical Appliances – Import trade value of Machinery and Mechanical Appliances imports of Ethiopia in 2023 – 4 billion US dollars.

• Vehicles - Import trade value of Vehicles imports of Ethiopia in 2023 – 3 billion US dollars.

• Mineral Fuels - Import trade value of Mineral Fuels imports of Ethiopia in 2023 – 2 billion US dollars.

• Pharmaceuticals - Import trade value of Pharmaceuticals imports of Ethiopia in 2023 – 1.5 billion US dollars.

• Iron and Steel Products - Import trade value of Iron and Steel Products imports of Ethiopia in 2023 – 1 billion US dollars.

• Plastics - Import trade value of Plastics imports of Ethiopia in 2023 – 900 million US dollars.

• Electronic Equipment - Import trade value of Electronic Equipment imports of Ethiopia in 2023 – 800 million US dollars.

• Cereals - Import trade value of Cereals imports of Ethiopia in 2023 – 700 million US dollars.

• Textiles - Import trade value of Textiles imports from Ethiopia in 2023 – 600 million US dollars.

• Essential Oils and Perfumes - Import trade value of Essential Oils and Perfumes imports of Ethiopia in 2023 – 500 million US dollars.

Top Import Destinations of Ethiopia in 2023

As per the Ethiopia Import Data, the top 10 import trade partners of the nation in 2023 are discussed below,

• China – According to the China Export Data, the top imports of Ethiopia from China in 2023 – 5 billion US dollars.

Top 5 Imports of Ethiopia From China

1. Machinery and Equipment
2. Electronics and Electrical Goods
3. Vehicles and Vehicle Parts
4. Textiles and Garments
5. Construction Materials

• India – According to the India Export Data, the top imports of Ethiopia from India in 2023 – 4 billion US dollars.

Top 5 Imports of Ethiopia From India

1. Pharmaceuticals and Medical Supplies
2. Machinery and Equipment
3. Vehicles and Automotive Parts
4. Iron and Steel Products
5. Textiles and Cotton

• Saudi Arabia – According to the Saudi Arabia Export Data, the top imports of Ethiopia from Saudi Arabia in 2023 – 3 billion US dollars.

Top 5 Imports of Ethiopia From Saudi Arabia

1. Petroleum and Oil Products
2. Plastics and Plastic Products
3. Chemicals and Petrochemicals
4. Fertilizers
5. Metal Products

• United States – According to the USA Export Data, the top imports of Ethiopia from United States in 2023 – 2.5 billion US dollars.

Top 5 Imports of Ethiopia From United States

1. Aircraft and Aviation Equipment
2. Machinery and Industrial Equipment
3. Pharmaceuticals and Medical Equipment
4. Cereals
5. Electrical Equipment and Electronics

• Italy – According to the Italy Export Data, the top imports of Ethiopia from Italy in 2023 – 1.8 billion US dollars.

Top 5 Imports of Ethiopia From Italy

1. Industrial Equipment
2. Vehicles and Automotive Parts
3. Electronic Equipment
4. Pharmaceuticals and Medical Equipment
5. Textiles and Garments

• Germany – According to the Germany Export Data, the top imports of Ethiopia from Germany in 2023 – 1 billion US dollars.

Top 5 Imports of Ethiopia From Germany

1. Automotive products
2. Textiles
3. Wood products
4. Beverages
5. Cotton

• United Arab Emirates – According to the United Arab Emirates Export Data, the top imports of Ethiopia from the United Arab Emirates in 2023 – 950 million US dollars.

Top 5 Imports of Ethiopia From the United Arab Emirates

1. Machinery
2. Vehicles
3. Staple Food products
4. Garments
5. Luxurious goods

• Turkey – According to the Turkey Export Data, the top imports of Ethiopia from Turkey in 2023 – 800 million US dollars.

Top 5 Imports of Ethiopia From Turkey

1. Aviation equipment
2. Aircraft parts
3. Machinery including computers
4. Chemical products
5. Textiles

• Japan – According to the Japan Export Data, the top imports of Ethiopia from Japan in 2023 – were 700 million US dollars.

Top 5 Imports of Ethiopia From Japan

1. Metallic goods
2. Cereals
3. Vehicles
4. Mineral fuels
5. Pharmaceuticals

• Singapore – According to the Singapore Export Data, the top imports of Ethiopia from Singapore in 2023 – 600 million US dollars.

Top 5 Imports of Ethiopia From Singapore

1. Pharmaceuticals
2. Minerals
3. Mechanical appliances
4. Essential oils
5. Textiles

Import Trade Statistics of Ethiopia for the Last 10 Years

Import trade value of Ethiopia in 2013 – 14.7 billion US dollars
Import trade value of Ethiopia in 2014 – 15.5 billion US dollars
Import trade value of Ethiopia in 2015 – 16.6 billion US dollars
Import trade value of Ethiopia in 2016 – 16.9 billion US dollars
Import trade value of Ethiopia in 2017 – 15.97 billion US dollars
Import trade value of Ethiopia in 2018 – 18.32 billion US dollars
Import trade value of Ethiopia in 2019 – 18.78 billion US dollars
Import trade value of Ethiopia in 2020 – 19.20 billion US dollars
Import trade value of Ethiopia in 2021 – 22 billion US dollars
Import trade value of Ethiopia in 2022 – 23 billion US dollars

FAQ’s

Que. What is the import trade value of Ethiopia in 2023?
Ans. The import trade value of Ethiopia in 2023 is 26 billion US dollars.

Que. Who is the top import trade partner of Ethiopia in 2023?
Ans. China is the top import trade partner of Ethiopia in 2023.

Que. Where can you get a detailed trade analysis of Ethiopia’s import trade in 2023?
Ans. At Import Globals, you can get a detailed trade analysis of Ethiopia’s import trade in 2023.

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