Colombia’s Vehicle Imports Drive 33.4 % Surge in Imports from China in May

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In May 2025, Colombia’s imports from China grew by 33.4% compared to the same month in the previous year, reaching a total value of USD 1.145 billion, according to the National Administrative Department of Statistics (DANE).

The sharp increase was primarily driven by a 193% surge in purchases of passenger vehicles, along with a rise in the import of capital goods such as machinery, electrical devices, computers, phones, and other tech-related equipment.

Chinese-made cars and electric vehicles have gained momentum in the Colombian market, responding to the demand for more affordable and sustainable transport options. China’s competitive prices and prompt availability have contributed significantly to this trend.

China has solidified its position as Colombia’s second-largest source of imports, after the United States. From January to May 2025, imports from China totaled USD 5.413 billion, highlighting the country’s increasing role in Colombia’s foreign trade.

This trend reflects the strengthening commercial relationship between Colombia and China, as Colombian businesses increasingly turn to Chinese suppliers to meet their technological, industrial, and consumer needs.

* Original text in Spanish. Translated by Large Language Model (LLM) technology.

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Mayores compras de vehículos aceleran las importaciones de Colombia a China: en mayo crecieron 33,4 % – El Tiempo

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