From 1990 to 2021, Malta consistently led the Mediterranean countries in trade as a percentage of GDP, reaching 287.7% in 2021. Cyprus followed in second place with 170% of its GDP. In contrast, Egypt had the lowest trade percentage among Mediterranean countries at around 31%.
Note: Analysis produced by Alma Economics, based on the most recent available World Bank data. Some indicators reflect pre-pandemic trends. Data gaps identified highlight the need to systematically collect quality data to inform decision-making.
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