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In 2020, Asia’s GDP overtook the GDP of the rest of the world combined. By 2030, the territory is expected to contribute roughly 60% of global growth.
In 2022 business from Northern Ireland exported £925 million worth of products and services to the Asia Pacific territory, including Australia.
NI Economics Trade Statistics, NISRA, published December 2023
The majority of that GDP growth will come from not only China (the world's second largest economy) but also from Southeast Asian countries like: Indonesia, Malaysia, Philippines, Singapore, Thailand and Vietnam; and the Northeast Asian countries of Japan, South Korea and Taiwan.
Invest NI’s Asia Pacific team is particularly focused on the below sectors:
- Advanced Manufacturing & Engineering
- Agri-Food
- Education
- Life & Health Sciences
- Technology
In addition to being sector focused, a network of Trade Advisory Support experts work with our in-market professionals in Australia, China, Japan, South Korea and Singapore. This service provides support to exporting companies across all sectors of economic activity.
Explore up-to-date and in-depth content on Asia-Pacific, including export information, with our market guides, features, news stories, events and video tutorials.
Interested in exporting to Asia Pacific? Speak to your Invest NI Client Executive, one of our International Trade Advisers or Contact our Business Support Team
Preparation
Find out more about exporting to Asia Pacific with our reports and market guides.
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Guide: Trading with GB and countries outside the EU
This guide outlines all you need to know about exporting with countries outside the EU, including Great Britain. -
Guide: Exporting Basics
This guide outlines basic principles of exporting. -
Guide: Researching Export Markets
This guide outlines the importance of researching customers and export markets online. -
Guide: Trading outside the EU
This guide outlines specific information relating to export procedures to countries outside the EU. -
Market Guide: Exporting to Australia
A guide to what you need to know about exporting to Australia.Find out more -
Market Guide: Exporting to China
A guide to what you need to know about exporting to China.Find out more -
Market Guide: Exporting to Hong Kong
A guide to what you need to know about exporting to South Korea -
Market Guide: Exporting to Japan
A guide to what you need to know about exporting to Japan.Learn more -
Market Guide: Exporting to New Zealand
A guide to what you need to know about exporting to New Zealand.Find out more -
Market Guide: Exporting to Singapore
A guide to what you need to know about exporting to Singapore. -
Market Guide: Exporting to South Korea
A guide to what you need to know about exporting to South Korea
Resources
The latest news, features and video tutorials showcasing Asia Pacific.
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South Korea
Spotlight on South Korea
Explore export opportunities in this diverse and cultural market. -
Japan
Spotlight on Japan
Featuring guest speakers from the British Embassy in Tokyo and Business Link Japan, our video tutorial focuses on the current economic climate and export opportunities presently available throughout a wide range of sectors.
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China
Spotlight on South and West China
Learn the trends and opportunities available within the construction & demolition waste recycling industry in China, and how to approach them. -
Australia
Spotlight on Australia - Life and Health Sciences
Discover why Northern Ireland companies can find a world-leading location for Life and Health Sciences in Australia. -
Australia
Multi-million pound Australian deal for Cross Refrigeration
Armagh based company, Cross Refrigeration, secures first deal in Melbourne, Australia worth over £7million. -
Asia Pacific
Hinch Distillery boosts exports with new deals in Asia Pacific
Hinch Distillery of Ballynahinch, Co Down has won significant business in Asia Pacific with its Irish whiskey and gin. -
China
China leads the way with green shoots of economic recovery
China is one of the first countries to begin its recovery in the wake of COVID-19. Find out how. -
China
International Export Conference on China
This tutorial highlights the export opportunities that are available to Northern Ireland businesses in China.
Events
Events are one of the most effective ways to keep up-to-date with recent changes in Asia Pacific, both at home and in-market.
Team
You can contact our offices in Asia Pacific directly or connect with any member of our team via LinkedIn.
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China
Beijing Office
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Shanghai Office
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Guangzhou Office
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Southeast Asia
Singapore Office
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Northeast Asia
Tokyo Office
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Seoul Office
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Australia and New Zealand
Sydney Office
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Contact us
Send us an enquiry.
The geographical area known as the IMEA region, which stands for India, the Middle East, and Africa, is diverse and dynamic and home to a sizeable share of the world's population (2.7 billion people) and economic activity.
Local exports to the territory in 2022 from Northern Ireland businesses were £400 million.
NI Economics Trade Statistics, NISRA, published December 2023
This region, which consists of 78 countries, is distinguished by its rich cultural tapestry, economic potential, and geopolitical significance. It stretches from the rapidly developing economies of India and the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries in the Middle East to the diverse and resource-rich nations throughout Africa.
The IMEA area has enormous potential as a major engine of global economic growth and a hub for international trade and diplomacy because to its increasing middle class, wealth of natural resources, and growing emphasis and demand for innovation and investment.
There is an array of export opportunities in IMEA for Northern Ireland businesses in sectors such as:
- Materials Handling
- Life & Health Sciences
- Food and Drink
- Technology
IMEA offers great opportunities for Northern Ireland businesses looking to grow and export. Invest NI has a dedicated in-market team with offices in Cairo, Dubai, Jeddah, Johannesburg and Mumbai.
Explore up-to-date and in-depth content on IMEA, including export information, with our market guides, features, news stories, events, and video tutorials.
Interested in exporting to IMEA? Speak to your Invest NI Client Executive, one of our International Trade Advisers or Contact our Business Support Team
Preparation
Find out more about exporting to IMEA with our reports and market guides.
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Guide: Trading with GB and countries outside the EU
This guide outlines all you need to know about exporting with countries outside the EU, including Great Britain. -
Guide: Exporting Basics
This guide outlines basic principles of exporting. -
Guide: Researching Export Markets
This guide outlines the importance of researching customers and export markets online. -
Guide: Exporting Goods Outside the EU
This guide outlines the export procedures to countries outside the EU. -
Report: Oman 2023/2024 – Discovering Business
Learn the latest opportunities and developments in Oman -
Market Guide: Exporting to Egypt
A guide to what you need to know about exporting to Egypt. -
Market Guide: Exporting to Ghana
A guide to what you need to know about exporting to Ghana. -
Market Guide: Exporting to India
A guide to what you need to know about exporting to India. -
Market Guide: Exporting to Kenya
A guide to what you need to know about exporting to Kenya. -
Market Guide: Exporting to Nigeria
A guide to what you need to know about exporting to Nigeria. -
Market Guide: Exporting to Oman
A guide to what you need to know about exporting to Oman.Find out more -
Market Guide: Exporting to Qatar
A guide to what you need to know about exporting to Qatar. -
Market Guide: Exporting to Saudi Arabia
A guide to what you need to know about exporting to Saudi Arabia. -
Market Guide: Exporting to South Africa
A guide to what you need to know about exporting to South Africa.Find out more -
Market Guide: Exporting to the United Arab Emirates
A guide to what you need to know about exporting to the United Arab Emirates.
Resources
The latest news and features and video tutorials showcasing IMEA.
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Saudi Arabia
Northern Ireland – a key partner for Saudi Arabias’s Vision 2030
Saudi Arabia building on its location to build its role an integral driver of international trade. -
Gulf Cooperation Council
Northern Ireland AgriTech well placed to improve GCC food security
The COVID-19 pandemic has put a spotlight on food security – the ability to have reliable access to safe, nutritious food. -
Gulf Cooperation Council
Northern Ireland is bringing global technology expertise to the Gulf
The Middle East – a burgeoning technological hub for Northern Ireland companies -
India
Over £156 million worth of exports to African market from Northern Ireland in 2022
Northern Ireland's manufacturing sector continues to go from strength to strength. -
India
Windsor Framework game changer for India-NI Trade
Executive Director International Business and Skills, Steve Harper, Invest NI shares his thoughts on the opportunities available to Northern Ireland businesses following the Windsor Framework. -
India and Middle East
Northern Ireland: A robust heritage in supporting infrastructure and reducing waste
Amit Jain, Sector Lead – Engineering, Middle East and India, Invest NI discusses how Northern Ireland provides innovative solutions for the quarrying, mining, construction, and waste recycling industries in the region. -
India
Egypt is exciting market for Northern Ireland companies: Invest NI’s regional manager
In an interview with Ahram Online, Sameh Ahmed, Regional Manager for North Africa, Invest NI emphasised the agency's efforts to increase exports from Egypt to Northern Ireland. -
Dubai
Lyons in UAE to support Northern Ireland companies at world’s largest food expo
Economy Minister Gordon Lyons visits Gulfood 2022 during two-day visit to the United Arab Emirates. -
Dubai
Lyons visits Expo 2020 Dubai as Northern Ireland takes centre stage
Economy Minister Gordon Lyons attends Northern Ireland Day at Expo 2020 Dubai during his brief visit to the United Arab Emirates. -
Dubai
Lyons visits UAE to bolster relations ahead of Northern Ireland day at Expo 2020
Economy Minister Gordon Lyons first official visit to the United Arab Emirates (UAE).
Events
Events are one of the most effective ways to keep up-to-date with recent changes in IMEA both at home and in-market.
Team
You can contact our offices in India and the Middle East and Africa directly or connect with any member of our team via LinkedIn.
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United Arab Emirates
IMEA Headquarters
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Dubai Office
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Saudi Arabia
Jeddah Office
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South Africa
Johannesburg Office
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India
Mumbai Office
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Egypt
Cairo Office
Contact us
Send us an enquiry.
Europe benefits from a rich cultural and linguistic diversity, and the countries within the territory form the world's largest trading block with huge import and export opportunities.
Exports from Northern Ireland businesses totalled £9.6 billion in 2022.
NI Economics Trade Statistics, NISRA, published December 2023
With a population of over 700 million, Europe is home to some of the world's leading market economies. Innovation, as well at its traditional industries will continue to be a success factor for Northern Ireland businesses.
There is an array of export opportunities in Great Britain & Europe for Northern Ireland Businesses in sectors such as:
- Advanced manufacturing and engineering
- Aerospace and defence
- Financial services
- Food and drink
- Global business services
- Green economy and renewable energy
- Life and health sciences
- Materials handling
- Professional and legal services
- Technology
Sales to Great Britain from Northern Ireland businesses in 2021, totalled £12.8m.*
*Source: NI Economic Trade Statistics, NISRA (2022)
Europe offers great opportunities for Northern Ireland businesses looking to grow and export.
To support companies Invest NI has a dedicated in-market team with offices in:
- Brussels (covering Belgium and Luxembourg )
- Copenhagen (covering The Nordics)
- Berlin, Dusseldorf, and Munich (covering Germany, Austria, and Switzerland)
- London and Manchester (covering Great Britain)
- Madrid (covering Spain and Portugal)
- Milan (covering Italy)
- Paris (covering France)
- The Hague (covering The Netherlands)
Explore up-to-date and in-depth content on Europe, including export information, with our market guides, features, news stories, events and video tutorials.
Interested in exporting to Europe? Speak to your Invest NI Client Executive, one of our International Trade Advisers or Contact our Business Support Team
Preparation
Find more about exporting to Europe with our reports and market guides.
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Guide: Trading with the EU
This guide outlines all you need to know about exporting outside the EU, including Republic of Ireland.Find out more -
Guide: Trading with GB and countries outside the EU
This guide outlines all you need to know about exporting with countries outside the EU, including Great Britain. -
Guide: Exporting Basics
This guide outlines basic principles of exporting. -
Guide: Researching Export Markets
This guide outlines the importance of researching customers and export markets online -
Guide: Trading in the European Union
This guide outlines specific information relating to export procedures to countries in the EU. -
Market Guide: Exporting to Belgium
A guide to what you need to know about exporting to Belgium -
Market Guide: Exporting to Denmark
A guide to what you need to know about exporting to Denman -
Market Guide: Exporting to Germany
A guide to what you need to know about exporting to Germany.Find out more -
Market Guide: Exporting to the Netherlands
A guide to what you need to know about exporting to the Netherlands. -
Market Guide: Exporting to France
A guide to what you need to know about exporting to France.Learn more -
Market Guide: Exporting to the Republic of Ireland
A guide to what you need to know about exporting to the Republic of Ireland.Find out more -
Market Guide: Exporting to Spain
A guide to what you need to know about exporting to Spain.Learn more
Resources
The latest news, features and video tutorials showcasing Europe.
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Europe
Unitas Software rapidly grows exports in the USA and Europe
Unitas Software secures over $1million export sales in USA and Europe. -
France and GB
Setanta invests in R&D to win over £1m of contracts in GB and France
Magherafelt based construction firm wins lucrative contracts following Research and Development investment. -
Germany
Spotlight on Germany
As one of the largest industrial and export economies in Europe, Germany provides a vast spectrum of business opportunities for Northern Ireland businesses across a range of sectors. -
Belgium, the Netherlands and Luxembourg
Spotlight on Benelux - Data & Cyber Security
This video tutorial highlights the trends and opportunities available in the security, risk and governance space in the Benelux and how Northern Ireland businesses can best approach these opportunities. -
Spain
A diverse cultural and commercial scene make Spain a key export market
Spain is currently one of the fastest growing economies in Europe, with opportunities abound for local businesses. -
Spain
Whitewater Brewery builds its international customer base
Castlewellan-based Whitewater Brewery secures new customers in Spain and Russia.
Events
Browse upcoming events, exhibitions and virtual webinars showcasing Europe.
Team
Get in touch to discuss how Invest Northern Ireland can help support your company's growth. Fill out the contact form below or connect with a member of our team via LinkedIn.
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United Kingdom
Belfast Office
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London Office
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Manchester Office
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Republic of Ireland
Dublin Office
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Belgium
Brussels
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Spain
Madrid Office
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Germany
Düsseldorf Office
Contact us
Send us an enquiry.
The Americas includes the US (the largest single economy at 25% of global GDP), Canada, Latin America and the Caribbean (the world's fourth largest economy). The territory has 13% of the world's population, a £21 trillion GDP, and has the largest English-speaking market.
Comprising of 37 nations, with both advanced and emerging economies, there is export demand and opportunities in: infrastructure, healthcare, ICT, advanced manufacturing, clean technologies, defence and security, food and drink.
Export sales from Northern Ireland to the territory in 2022 totalled £2.1 billion.
NI Economics Trade Statistics, NISRA, published December 2023
The Americas have in-market advisers across the US (Boston, New York, Chicago, and San Francisco), Canada (Toronto), Chile (Santiago) and Mexico (Mexico City), and a network of in-market consultants under our Trade Advisory Service (TAS).
Across the territory, the in-market team are pursuing export opportunities for Northern Ireland businesses in:
- Materials handling
- Aerospace and defence
- AgriTech
- Life and health sciences
- Financial services
- Technology
Additional opportunities are also being identified in the US for companies in:
- Waste and recycling
- Advanced Manufacturing and engineering
- Infrastructure
- Green economy and renewable energy
- Food and drink
Explore up-to-date and in-depth content on the Americas, including export information, with our market guides, features, news stories, events and video tutorials.
Interested in exporting to the Americas? Speak to your Invest NI Client Executive, one of our International Trade Advisers or Contact our Business Support Team
Preparation
Learn more about exporting to the Americas with our reports and market guides.
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Guide: Trading with GB and countries outside the EU
This guide outlines all you need to know about exporting with countries outside the EU, including Great Britain. -
Guide: Exporting basics
This guide outlines basic principles of exporting. -
Guide: Researching export markets
This guide outlines the importance of researching customers and export markets online. -
Guide: Trading outside the EU
This guide outlines specific information relating to export procedures to countries outside the EU. -
Market Guide: Exporting to the USA
A guide to what you need to know about exporting to the United States. -
Market Guide: Exporting to Brazil
A guide to what you need to know about exporting to Brazil. -
Market Guide: Exporting to Canada
A guide to what you need to know about exporting to Canada.Find out more -
Market Guide: Exporting to Colombia
A guide to what you need to know about exporting to Colombia.Find out more -
Market Guide: Exporting to Chile
A guide to what you need to know about exporting to Chile.Find out more -
Market Guide: Exporting to Mexico
A guide to what you need to know about exporting to Mexico.Find out more
Resources
The latest news, features and video tutorials showcasing the Americas.
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Canada
Spotlight on Canada
Explore the emerging trends and exporting opportunities for local businesses in the market and how to approach them. -
Latin America & the Caribbean
Explore from Home: Latin America and the Caribbean
This video tutorial provides an insight into doing business in Latin American and the Caribbean. -
Latin America & the Caribbean
An introduction to Latin America and the Caribbean
This video tutorial provides an insight into the regions within Latin America and the Caribbean. -
USA
Field Day uses Invest NI support for sweet smelling success
Northern Ireland home fragrance brand secures export deal in the USA.
Events
Browse upcoming events, exhibitions and virtual webinars showcasing the Americas.
Team
You can contact our offices in the Americas directly or connect with any member of our team via LinkedIn.
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United States
Boston Office
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New York Office
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Chicago Office
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San Francisco Office
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Canada
Toronto
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Mexico
Mexico City
Contact us
Send us an enquiry.