Ethiopia: China Becomes One of Largest Importers of Ethiopian Coffee

Addis Ababa, — China became one of the largest importers of Ethiopian coffee, Ethiopian Ambassador to China Tefera Derbew said. The ambassador delivered a keynotes speech at "The China (Pu'er) International Coffee Expo" held in Yunnan province, Pu'er city with the theme of "Pu'er Coffee, Shared Worldwide." On the occasion, the ambassador highlighted the potential of Ethiopian coffee for the world and how it is important to import the product. In recent years, "we have witnessed a growing boost in China's coffee market as China became one of the largest importers of Ethiopian coffee." Recent data show that China has now become the largest importer of Ethiopian coffee.