Egypt Textiles & Home Textiles Export Council and the Apparel Export Council of Egypt organized a trade mission to Germany from July 24-27, 2024, featuring 22 companies from the ready-made garments and fabrics sectors.
The event, held in Düsseldorf, saw attendance from the Deputy Minister of Economy in Düsseldorf and major German companies and brands, facilitating discussions on potential future export contracts with Egyptian companies.
The event opened by the Deputy Minister of Economy of Düsseldorf, Mrs. Marie Louis Bishara, AECE Chairwoman, Minister Plenipotentiary Dr. Abdel Aziz El Sherif, Commercial Counsellor of the Egyptian Commercial Service (ECS) office in Berlin, Ms. Rasha Fahim, Executive Director of Egypt Textiles & Home Textiles Export Council, Mrs. Sherin Hosny, AECE Executive Director, and Mr. Mohamed Wazir, representative of the Trade USAID project.
Supported by the USAID Egypt Export Development Project and in cooperation with the Egyptian Commercial Representation in Berlin, this mission aims to strengthen trade ties between the two countries.
Mary Louise Bishara, highlighted the inclusion of 15 clothing companies and seven textile companies in the mission. The objective is to hold joint meetings with German buyers and importers.
Bishara emphasized Germany’s significance as a key trade partner for Egyptian garments, being the second-largest European market for Egyptian clothing. In 2023, exports to Germany increased by $123 million, and a 20% increase is expected in 2024.
The mission aligns with the council’s plan to boost exports to Europe, leveraging the competitive advantage of customs duty exemptions under the EU partnership agreement. German companies were also invited to visit Egyptian factories during the Destination Africa exhibition.
