Addis Ababa:Sharjah The Sharjah Chamber of Commerce and Industry (SCCI), through its Sharjah Export Development Centre (SEDC), is organizing a trade mission to Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, from 19th to 22nd October 2026. This initiative aims to enhance economic and trade relations with African markets, focusing on new opportunities for cooperation in trade and investment.
According to Emirates News Agency, the delegation, led by SCCI Chairman Abdallah Sultan Al Owais, will include representatives from both the official delegation and private-sector companies in Sharjah. The mission will target boosting trade between Sharjah and Ethiopia and exploring investment opportunities across various sectors of mutual interest. A key event during the mission is the Sharjah-Ethiopia Business Forum on 20th October 2026, which will convene senior government officials, chambers of commerce representatives, and companies from both countries.
Prominent Ethiopian officials participating include Dr. Abdulhakim Mulu, Hasan Muhumed Moalin, and Dr. Sofia Kassa. Discussions will center on enhancing cooperation in trade, industry, and agriculture, and identifying investment opportunities in fields like manufacturing, agriculture, and logistics.
The mission will also involve meetings with Ethiopian government entities and economic institutions to explore joint investment opportunities and understand the regulatory frameworks governing trade and investment. Discussions will cover the potential renewal of a Memorandum of Understanding between SCCI and the Addis Ababa Chamber of Commerce and Sectoral Associations, initially signed in 2001.
Field visits to industrial facilities in Ethiopia will also be part of the mission, aiming to provide insights into local production capabilities and market needs. This mission is a part of SEDC's strategy to expand UAE exports and promote economic diversification and sustainable development in Sharjah.