Egyptian super-mangoes set to conquer Southeast Asia soon

Southeast Asia may soon become a new export market for one of Egypt’s most unexpected fruits – mangoes, according to EastFruit. This sounds unreal, given that the region is home to at least five well-known mango producers and net exporters: Vietnam, the Philippines, Taiwan, Thailand, and Indonesia, the latter being the second-largest mango grower globally! Nevertheless, some markets in Southeast Asia could become promising destinations for Egyptian mango exports, which are now actively developing in other regions such as Europe or Middle East.

“Despite Southeast Asia being a key global exporter of mangoes, the region also imports a significant quantity of these fruits. Malaysia, Hong Kong, Singapore, and Thailand are among the top 20 largest global importers. Most imports are intra-regional, with China and India also contributing, leaving a smaller share for other countries. However, even a small portion of the total annual volume, which can reach up to 150,000 tonnes, represents a substantial opportunity and a promising new market niche,” comments Yevhen Kuzin, Fruit & Vegetable Market Analyst at EastFruit.