Ministry of Trade and Regional Integration

About the Ministry of Trade and Regional Integration Established by Decree No. 1263/2022, the Ministry of Trade and Regional Integration plays a vital role in shaping Ethiopia's trade and economic policies. The Ministry operates efficiently with a robust organizational structure comprising 833 skilled personnel, 9 leading executives, 1 chief executive, 11 executives, and 24 desks across three core sectors with 17 regional branches. Guided by its vision to create a modern and competitive business sector in Africa by 2030, the Ministry is committed to modernizing trade practices, fostering fair competition, enhancing regional economic ties, and promoting Ethiopia's export trade on the global stage.

The Ministry’s duties encompass a wide range of responsibilities, from formulating trade policies and ensuring product quality standards to regulating domestic and international trade practices. It collaborates with relevant bodies to support local investors, strengthen export industries, and expand foreign trade relations. By providing accessible, technology-driven business registration and licensing services, the Ministry ensures a fair and competitive marketplace. Core values such as integrity, customer respect, innovation, and technological adoption underpin its mission to benefit consumers, the business community, and the nation.