Organisation of Islamic Cooperation Member States Import Rankings

Organisation of Islamic Cooperation Member States Import Rankings

The Organisation of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) represents a diverse group of 57 member states across the globe. Analyzing the import values of these nations provides critical insight into their economic scale, consumption patterns, and integration into the global trade network. Imports refer to the total value of goods and services brought into a country from abroad for sale or use.

The distribution of import values among OIC members varies significantly, reflecting a wide range of economic structures—from industrial powerhouses and energy exporters to developing agrarian economies.

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Key Facts

  • Turkey leads the OIC member states in imports with a total value of $228.9 billion.
  • Malaysia and Indonesia follow as the second and third largest importers, respectively.
  • The top ten importers include a mix of Asian, Middle Eastern, and African nations.
  • There is a substantial gap between the highest importer (Turkey) and the lowest ranked member states.
  • The list encompasses 57 distinct member states.

Analysis of Top Importing Nations

The data reveals a strong concentration of import activity within a few key economies. Turkey stands out as the dominant importer, with a value nearly double that of the next closest member, Malaysia. This suggests a high level of industrial integration and a significant demand for foreign raw materials or consumer goods.

The Top Tier Importers

Following Turkey, Malaysia ($118.7 billion), Indonesia ($62.02 billion), and the United Arab Emirates ($60.15 billion) form the upper echelon of OIC trade. These nations typically possess diversified economies that require significant imports to sustain their growth and infrastructure development.

Middle and Emerging Markets

Countries such as Saudi Arabia, Iran, Nigeria, and Egypt maintain import values ranging from approximately $24 billion to $45 billion. These nations often balance high import needs with significant export capacities, particularly in the energy sector.

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Comprehensive Import Data Table

Rank State Imports (US $)
1Turkey228,900,000,000
2Malaysia118,700,000,000
3Indonesia62,020,000,000
4United Arab Emirates60,150,000,000
5Saudi Arabia44,930,000,000
6Iran42,500,000,000
7Nigeria25,950,000,000
8Egypt24,100,000,000
9Algeria22,530,000,000
10Pakistan21,260,000,000
11Iraq19,570,000,000
12Morocco18,150,000,000
13Bangladesh17,510,000,000
14Kazakhstan12,970,000,000
15Tunisia12,860,000,000
16Kuwait12,230,000,000
17Libya10,820,000,000
18Lebanon8,855,000,000
19Oman8,709,000,000
20Jordan8,681,000,000
21Bahrain7,830,000,000
22Qatar6,706,000,000
23Syria5,973,000,000
24Sudan5,028,000,000
25Azerbaijan4,759,000,000
26Ivory Coast4,656,000,000
27Turkmenistan4,190,000,000
28Afghanistan4,175,000,000
29Yemen3,870,000,000
30Cameroon3,800,000,000
31Uzbekistan2,514,000,000
32Albania2,473,000,000
33Senegal2,405,000,000
34Mozambique2,041,000,000
35Mali1,858,000,000
36Brunei1,641,000,000
37Uganda1,608,000,000
38Gabon1,533,000,000
39Mauritania1,250,000,000
40Tajikistan1,124,000,000
41Togo1,047,000,000
42Benin1,043,000,000
43Burkina Faso992,000,000
44Kyrgyzstan987,000,000
45Suriname937,400,000
46Djibouti750,000,000
47Chad749,100,000
48Guyana681,600,000
49Guinea680,000,000
50Niger588,000,000
51Somaliland576,000,000
52Maldives567,000,000
53Sierra Leone531,000,000
54Gambia197,000,000
55Guinea-Bissau176,000,000
56Comoros115,000,000
57PalestineNot Specified

Frequently Asked Questions

Which OIC member state has the highest import value?

Turkey has the highest import value among all member states, totaling $228.9 billion.

How many member states are included in this import list?

The list includes 57 member states of the Organisation of Islamic Cooperation.

Which countries rank in the top five for imports?

The top five importing nations are Turkey, Malaysia, Indonesia, the United Arab Emirates, and Saudi Arabia.

What is the import value of Malaysia?

Malaysia's import value is $118.7 billion, ranking it second overall.

Are there OIC members with import values under 1 billion US dollars?

Yes, several members, including Burkina Faso, Kyrgyzstan, Suriname, and others down to Comoros, have import values below $1 billion.

References

  1. CIA - The World Factbook.