In the Middle East, due to the sparse population, long delivery distances, and high logistics costs, consumers tend to buy multiple items at a time, and the packages are large in size. Couriers usually use vans for delivery, and even in remote desert areas, camels may be needed for the last mile delivery. In this context, problems such as insufficient warehouse density, incomplete user address database, slow timeliness, and low delivery rate also exist. In January 2022, J&T Express launched express network operations in the UAE and Saudi Arabia, and established a nationwide self-owned distribution network and localized warehousing system in these two countries, covering all local provinces and regions. AliExpress, a subsidiary of Alibaba Group, has cooperated with Cainiao egypt whatsapp number database International Express to upgrade its cross-border logistics services in the Middle East and continue to increase its investment in the Middle East market. The accelerated entry of China's foreign trade e-commerce has also significantly improved the logistics level of the Middle East market.
Solid foundation and huge potential
the per capita GDP of the six Gulf countries is between 30,000 US dollars and 120,000 US dollars, and the GDP still maintains a high growth rate. The total population of the Middle East exceeds 500 million, and the proportion of young people is high.