Albania-Montenegro Bilateral Trade Analysis 2023

Complete trade statistics: $108.00M total volume •Albania surplus: $55.19M

AlbaniaMontenegro

$81.60M

Exports (2023)

MontenegroAlbania

$26.41M

Imports (2023)

Trade Balance

$55.19M

Surplus for Albania

Total Trade

$108.00M

Combined Volume

Trade Flow Visualization

Direct trade relationship between Albania and Montenegro. Green line shows exports from Albania, red line shows imports.

Detailed Product Trade Analysis

Comprehensive breakdown of trade flows by product category, revealing the specialized nature of the Albania-Montenegro commercial relationship and competitive positioning in global markets.

AlbaniaMontenegro Exports

$81.60M
2023 Total

Export Market Intelligence

Product Diversity:
Specialized Focus
Market Share:
19.9% top product
1Cement: portland, other than white, whether or not artificially coloured
$16.26M
19.9% of exports
2Petroleum bitumen: obtained from bituminous minerals
$8.46M
10.4% of exports
3Iron or non-alloy steel: bars and rods, hot-rolled, hot-drawn or hot-extruded, containing indentations, ribs, grooves or other deformations produced during the rolling process or twisted after rolling
$6.30M
7.7% of exports
4Mortars and concretes: non-refractory
$5.13M
6.3% of exports
5Ceramic building bricks
$4.52M
5.5% of exports

🎯 Strategic Export Focus

Albania's export portfolio to Montenegro demonstrates strategic specialization, with cement: portland, other than white, whether or not artificially coloured representing a key competitive advantage in this bilateral market.

MontenegroAlbania Imports

$26.41M
2023 Total

Import Dependency Profile

Supply Diversity:
Concentrated
Critical Imports:
22.2% concentration
1Wood: coniferous species, of fir (Abies spp.) and spruce (Picea spp.), sawn or chipped lengthwise, sliced or peeled, whether or not planed, sanded or finger-jointed, of a thickness exceeding 6mm
$5.85M
22.2% of imports
2Electrical energy
$4.15M
15.7% of imports
3Aluminium: waste and scrap
$3.81M
14.4% of imports
4Wood: beech (Fagus spp.), sawn or chipped lengthwise, sliced or peeled, whether or not planed, sanded or end-jointed, thicker than 6mm
$2.31M
8.7% of imports
5Tanks, casks, drums, boxes and similar containers for any material (excluding compressed or liquefied gas) less than 50l capacity, n.e.c. in item no. 7310.2, of iron or steel
$1.94M
7.3% of imports

📦 Import Strategy Analysis

Albania's import pattern from Montenegro reveals significant dependencyin wood: coniferous species, of fir (abies spp.) and spruce (picea spp.), sawn or chipped lengthwise, sliced or peeled, whether or not planed, sanded or finger-jointed, of a thickness exceeding 6mm, highlighting complementary economic structures and potential supply chain optimization opportunities.

Competitive Trade Position Analysis

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Market Leadership

Albania demonstrates competitive strength in exportingcement: portland, other than white, whether or not artificially coloured to Montenegro, leveraging comparative advantages.

Export Leader in 5+ Categories
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Trade Complementarity

The bilateral relationship showsmoderatecomplementarity, with each country specializing in different sectors.

Specialized Exchange
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Growth Potential

The $108.00M trade volume indicates substantial economic integration with room for expansion in emerging sectors.

Significant Partnership

Executive Summary: Albania-Montenegro Trade Relationship

Key Trade Highlights 2023

  • Total Trade Volume: $108.00 millionrepresenting a significant bilateral economic relationship
  • Trade Balance: Albania maintains a surplus of $55.19 million
  • Export Focus: Albania's primary exports include cement: portland, other than white, whether or not artificially coloured, petroleum bitumen: obtained from bituminous minerals, iron or non-alloy steel: bars and rods, hot-rolled, hot-drawn or hot-extruded, containing indentations, ribs, grooves or other deformations produced during the rolling process or twisted after rolling
  • Import Dependencies: Key imports from Montenegro include wood: coniferous species, of fir (abies spp.) and spruce (picea spp.), sawn or chipped lengthwise, sliced or peeled, whether or not planed, sanded or finger-jointed, of a thickness exceeding 6mm, electrical energy, aluminium: waste and scrap

Strategic Trade Indicators

Trade IntensityHigh
Export DiversificationConcentrated
Trade Balance HealthImbalanced

📈 Market Position: This bilateral trade relationship represents an important regional trade partnerships, with complementary economic strengths driving sustained commercial exchange.

Historical Trade Analysis & Economic Context

Trade Evolution Timeline

2019-2023: Recent Trends

Current trade volume of $108.00M represents the culmination of evolving bilateral commercial relationships, influenced by global supply chain shifts and changing economic priorities.

2015-2019: Growth Period

Sustained expansion in bilateral trade driven by complementary economic structures, with Albania leveraging its comparative advantages in cement: portland, other than white, whether or not artificially coloured.

2010-2015: Foundation Building

Establishment of modern trade frameworks and reduction of barriers, facilitating increased commercial exchange and investment flows between the two economies.

Pre-2010: Early Development

Initial stages of bilateral trade relationship development, with focus on traditional export-import patterns and gradual market integration.

Key Economic Drivers

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Comparative Advantage

Albania's specialization in cement: portland, other than white, whether or not artificially colouredcomplements Montenegro's demand patterns, creating natural trade synergies.

2

Supply Chain Integration

Deep integration in global value chains has strengthened bilateral linkages, particularly in wood: coniferous species, of fir (abies spp.) and spruce (picea spp.), sawn or chipped lengthwise, sliced or peeled, whether or not planed, sanded or finger-jointed, of a thickness exceeding 6mm.

3

Market Access & Trade Policy

Favorable trade agreements and market access conditions have facilitated the growth of this $108.00M bilateral relationship.

Trade Pattern Insights

Trade ComplementarityAsymmetric
Seasonal VariationsModerate
Product ConcentrationMedium
Market DependencyHigh
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Trade Relationship Outlook

The $108.00M bilateral trade volume positions this relationship for continued growth, supported by technological advancement, evolving consumer preferences, and strengthening economic ties. Key opportunities lie in expanding cooperation in emerging sectors while managing potential supply chain vulnerabilities.

Economic Impact & Strategic Outlook

Economic Impact Assessment

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Trade Volume Impact

The $108.00 million bilateral trade volume represents a important trade relationshipfor both economies.

Economic Significance: Moderate
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Industrial Integration

Trade flows in cement: portland, other than white, whether or not artificially coloured and wood: coniferous species, of fir (abies spp.) and spruce (picea spp.), sawn or chipped lengthwise, sliced or peeled, whether or not planed, sanded or finger-jointed, of a thickness exceeding 6mm demonstrate deep industrial linkages and supply chain integration.

Supply Chain Integration: Specialized
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Trade Balance Effects

Albania's trade surplus of $55.19 million strengthens its overall economic position in this bilateral relationship.

Balance Impact: Export Advantage

Strategic Future Outlook

🚀Growth Opportunities

Emerging Sectors
Technology transfer and innovation cooperation in petroleum bitumen: obtained from bituminous minerals present expansion opportunities.
Market Diversification
Beyond current focus on wood: coniferous species, of fir (abies spp.) and spruce (picea spp.), sawn or chipped lengthwise, sliced or peeled, whether or not planed, sanded or finger-jointed, of a thickness exceeding 6mm, new product categories offer potential for trade expansion.

⚠️Risk Factors

Supply Chain Vulnerabilities
High trade imbalance may create supply chain risks
Market Competition
Global competition in cement: portland, other than white, whether or not artificially coloured may affect future market positioning.

🎯Strategic Recommendations

  • Strengthen cooperation in high-value sectors beyond current trade patterns
  • Develop alternative supply chains to reduce dependency risks
  • Explore joint ventures in emerging technology sectors
  • Enhance trade facilitation and reduce transaction costs

Market Position & Competitive Summary

The bilateral trade relationship between Albania and Montenegro represents a total trade volume of $108.00 million in 2023. This partnership demonstrates a favorable trade balance for Albania, with exports exceeding importsby $55.19 million.

Export Strengths

Albania's exports to Montenegro total $81.60 million, with competitive advantages in cement: portland, other than white, whether or not artificially coloured, representing $16.26M or19.9% of bilateral exports.

Import Dependencies

Imports from Montenegro amount to $26.41 million, highlighting economic interdependence in wood: coniferous species, of fir (abies spp.) and spruce (picea spp.), sawn or chipped lengthwise, sliced or peeled, whether or not planed, sanded or finger-jointed, of a thickness exceeding 6mm, with Wood: coniferous species, of fir (Abies spp.) and spruce (Picea spp.), sawn or chipped lengthwise, sliced or peeled, whether or not planed, sanded or finger-jointed, of a thickness exceeding 6mm comprising22.2% of total imports.

The trade relationship reflects broader economic patterns and comparative advantages. The trade surplus indicates Albania's competitive position in this bilateral relationship. This partnership is characterized by complementary trade flows, with each country specializing in different product categories based on their respective economic strengths, industrial capabilities, and position in global value chains.

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Data Source: CEPII BACI (Base pour l'Analyse du Commerce International) • Last Updated: January 2025 • Coverage: 1995-2023