Focus Entrepreneur & Ethiopian Company: Melaku Yirdaw, founder of Meltex Textiles and Apparel Manufacturing

Chinese Company: Jiangsu Sunshine Group Co., Ltd

Executive Summary

This report examines the potential for a strategic China-Ethiopia collaboration to enhance Meltex Textiles and Apparel Manufacturing’s production capacity and product diversity. Meltex, a major Ethiopian garment manufacturer specializing in work and safety uniforms, seeks to integrate traditional Ethiopian textile heritage into its existing lines to create culturally inspired apparel. Partnering with Jiangsu Sunshine Group, a Chinese leader in sustainable viscose fiber production and textile technology, this cooperation aims to modernize Meltex’s manufacturing processes, adopt eco-friendly materials, and develop innovative products. Ultimately, this project intends to boost local employment, preserve cultural identity, and expand market reach.