At a glance
The country of Djibouti, with its population of just under 800,000, is a charming, intriguing mélange of African and Arabic influences, occupying a privileged location at the Horn of Africa.
Its strategic geographical location affords it plenty of trade opportunities, situated as it is at the crossroads of the Indian Ocean and the Red Sea, near the world’s busiest shipping lanes.
Djibouti is a safe, progressive place to do business in and has been left largely untouched by the instability prevalent in the neighboring regions. The country is a member of major international organizations such as WTO, COMESA, IGAD, Arab League, AU, ACP/UE and UN, reflecting its position as a key player on the continent’s political and economic stage.
Today, Djibouti is emerging as one of the most important gateways to the African continent, offering excellent port facilities for import, export and trans- shipment, and onward connections by road, rail, and air.
