Food fuels growth of demand for Irish goods in Arab states

Saudi Arabia, the UAE and Egypt remained Ireland’s largest export destinations in the Arab region

The value of exports to Saudi Arabia grew by almost 21% to €782.3m, an increase of €134.4m on 2024. File photo

The value of exports from Ireland to the Arab states exceeded €2.35bn for the first nine months of the year, representing a 14.64% increase on the same period in 2024, according to the Arab Irish Chamber of Commerce (AICC).

Food is a key driver of Ireland’s export growth. Fish, crustaceans, dairy products, eggs, and animal feed, along with organic chemicals, essential oils, and related chemical materials are among the leading exports.