The Chilean Chamber of Commerce and Culture reports a significant growth in Chile's fruit and copper exports, highlighting the country's economic resilience and the promising outlook for trade relations with Southeast Asian nations.
Chile's fruit exports saw an increase of 1.1% in the 2024/25 season, amounting to US$9.460 billion FOB, according to the 'Fruit Bulletin, September 2025' from the Office of Agricultural Studies and Policies (ODEPA). Despite a decline in the unit export prices, the volume of shipments grew by 18.4%, reflecting an additional 467 thousand tons.
Meanwhile, Chile's copper exports are also showing promising signs. The Bank of America's historic copper projection suggests a significant impact for Chile. The recent interruption in operations at the Grasberg mine in Indonesia, the world's second-largest copper mine, has led to concerns about copper supply, driving up price projections to unprecedented levels.
Chile's Foreign Minister, Alberto van Klaveren, has met with ambassadors from the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN). The fruitful relationship between Chile and ASEAN was discussed, with a focus on sustainable growth, commercial diversification, and inclusive development. This meeting underscores the potential for increased cooperation and trade between Chile and Southeast Asian nations.
Furthermore, Chile's food exports experienced a 9.5% growth from January to June 2025, reaching a historic high of USD 12.460 billion, according to the Department of Market Intelligence at ProChile. This growth, based on data from the National Customs Service, reflects the strength of Chile's food sector.
In addition, Chile's copper exports amounted to US$30.722 billion between January and July 2025, representing 61% of the total achieved in 2024. China accounted for 50% of shipments, while the United States made up 16%, according to the Chilean Copper Commission (Cochilco).
In conclusion, the growth in Chile's fruit, food, and copper exports, coupled with the strengthening of relations with Southeast Asian nations, demonstrates the robustness of the Chilean economy and its potential for further growth.
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