Egypt's trade with BRICS countries has experienced significant growth, reaching $36.7 billion in the first half of 2026. This represents a 25.5% increase from $29.3 billion during the same period in 2025, according to data from Egypt's Central Agency for Public Mobilisation and Statistics (CAPMAS). The growth highlights the expanding role of BRICS countries in Egypt's international economic relations.
Egypt's exports to BRICS countries amounted to $6.6 billion during the first half of 2026. The UAE was one of the largest destinations, receiving $1.7 billion worth of Egyptian goods. Exports to India reached $868 million, while China and Brazil accounted for $841 million and $633 million, respectively. Precious stones, jewellery, and related products were Egypt's leading export category to BRICS markets, valued at $1.2 billion.
Vegetables and fruit followed as a significant export category at $1 billion, while mineral fuels and oils amounted to $844 million. Fertiliser exports reached $552 million, and electrical machinery and equipment totalled $400 million. These export figures demonstrate Egypt's diverse trade with BRICS countries. The growth in exports is a positive indicator for Egypt's economy.
Egypt's imports from BRICS countries rose to $30.2 billion in the first half of 2026, compared with $21.8 billion a year earlier. China was the largest source of imports at $10.4 billion, followed by the UAE at $5.3 billion and Russia at $3.8 billion. Mineral fuels and oils represented the largest import category at $5.2 billion, followed by electrical machinery and equipment at $4.6 billion.
Grain imports were valued at $2.1 billion, while iron, steel, and related products reached $1.8 billion. These import figures highlight Egypt's reliance on BRICS countries for various essential goods. The growth in imports also underscores the importance of BRICS countries in Egypt's international trade.
Economic cooperation between Egypt and BRICS countries also extended to investment. BRICS countries invested $6.2 billion in Egypt during the 2024/2025 financial year, while Egyptian investments across BRICS countries amounted to $2.2 billion. This two-way investment flow demonstrates the strong economic ties between Egypt and BRICS countries.
Official figures also showed growth in financial flows. Remittances from Egyptians working in BRICS countries reached $15.7 billion in 2024/2025, compared with $9.8 billion in the previous financial year, representing an increase of around 60 per cent. The figures demonstrate the expanding scale of Egypt's trade, investment, and financial ties with fellow BRICS countries following its accession to the group.
Key points
- Egypt's trade with BRICS countries reached $36.7 billion in the first half of 2026, up 25.5% from $29.3 billion in the same period in 2025.
- Egypt's exports to BRICS countries amounted to $6.6 billion during the first half of 2026.
- BRICS countries invested $6.2 billion in Egypt during the 2024/2025 financial year.
