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Türkiye’s Trade and Foreign Direct Investment in Ethiopia: An Insight into Challenges from 2012-2023

Year: 2024

Type: article

Abstract: This study delves into the examination of Türkiye's trade and foreign direct investment activities in Ethiopia spanning from 2012 to 2023, shedding light on the hurdles faced during this time frame. The economic ties between Türkiye and Ethiopia have expanded, with trade volumes and foreign direct investment (FDI) inflows increasing over time. Nevertheless, several obstacles have arisen that impact the course of their relationship. This study sought to accomplish its objectives by gathering data through key informant interviews, observations, and document reviews. The key findings of this research reveal that challenges such as exchange rate fluctuations, human capital shortages, corruption, bureaucratic inefficiencies, high tariffs, infrastructure deficiencies, political unrest, non-payment by companies of their debts, customs procedures, and Türkiye's internal conditions impede the smooth flow of trade and foreign direct investment between the two countries. The study emphasizes the importance of joint efforts between the Turkish and Ethiopian governments, as well as private sector entities and regional collaborators, to address these pressing issues.

Source: Türkiye Ortadoğu Çalışmaları Dergisi

DOI: 10.26513/tocd.1467576

Authors: Betslot Addisu Ayal, Esayas Bamlack Bishaw, Nani Debele

Institution: Dire Dawa University

Language: English

Topic: International Business and FDI

Subfield: Strategy and Management

Field: Business, Management and Accounting

Domain: Social Sciences

SDGs: Decent work and economic growth, Peace, justice, and strong institutions, Industry, innovation and infrastructure

Open Access status: diamond

Funder: Dire Dawa University