Burundi

U.S.-Burundi Trade Facts

Burundi is currently the United States' 205th largest goods trading partner with $10 million in total (two way) goods trade during 2008.

Burundi is eligible for trade benefits under the African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA).  However, the country did not utilize AGOA trade preferences in 2008.

Exports

U.S. goods exports to Burundi totaled $7 million in 2008.  Exports mainly consisted of fats and oils, cereals, edible vegetables/tubers, baking preparations, and milled products.

Imports

U.S. goods imports from Burundi totaled $3 million in 2008.  Imports mainly consisted of coffee/tea/spices.

Trade Capacity Building (TCB) Assistance:

In 2008, Burundi received nearly $1 million in TCB assistance from the United States.  The funding was mainly administered by USAID and focused on trade related agriculture programs.

Investment

U.S. foreign direct investment (FDI) in Burundi was $1 million in 2007 (latest data available).

Burundi is a member of the East African Community (EAC). The EAC is one of the leading regional economic organizations in sub-Saharan Africa and has made great strides in recent years toward integrating the economies of its member states. It has established a free trade area and a customs union and is working toward a common market.