After a dip in exports last season, Egypt is reporting a recovery in orange shipments to Singapore, according to EastFruit. Between November 2024 and August 2025, Egypt exported 13,200 tons of oranges to Singapore, valued at US$7.8 million. This marks a 20% increase compared to the previous season and nearly matches the record volume achieved in 2022/23. With this growth, Egypt is positioned to regain its role as the leading orange supplier to Singapore.
Oranges remain a core element of Egypt's fruit and vegetable export sector, generating more than 20% of foreign currency earnings from produce. The country also holds its place as the world's largest orange exporter. While Singapore is not one of Egypt's main destinations, the market is viewed as promising due to rising demand and expanding trade relations.
Singapore sources 96% of its orange imports from five countries. Egypt, China, and the United States supply the bulk of the market between December and June, while South Africa and Australia dominate from July to November. In recent years, U.S. volumes have declined, with Egypt and China showing consistent growth.
During the 2022/23 season, Egypt increased its shipments to Singapore, becoming the leading supplier for the first time. However, in 2023/24, reduced volumes and growing competition from China saw Egypt lose this position. Based on the first ten months of the current season, Egypt is now on track to reclaim its lead. Its main competitor is South Africa, which usually exports during September and October. To surpass Egypt, South Africa would need to ship over 7,000 tons in the final two months, a target not achieved in recent seasons.
In December 2025, a Trade Mission for Egyptian fruit and vegetable exporters to Southeast Asia, led by FAO and EBRD, will focus on Singapore and Malaysia. The initiative is expected to connect 12–15 Egyptian exporters with 10–15 importers from each country. Organizers note that the mission will provide an opportunity to strengthen Egypt's position in the region and build on the current positive export trend.
Source: EastFruit