Albania-Serbia Bilateral Trade Analysis 2023

Complete trade statistics: $650.21M total volume •Albania deficit: $27.53M

AlbaniaSerbia

$311.34M

Exports (2023)

SerbiaAlbania

$338.87M

Imports (2023)

Trade Balance

$27.53M

Deficit for Albania

Total Trade

$650.21M

Combined Volume

Trade Flow Visualization

Direct trade relationship between Albania and Serbia. 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-Serbia commercial relationship and competitive positioning in global markets.

AlbaniaSerbia Exports

$311.34M
2023 Total

Export Market Intelligence

Product Diversity:
Specialized Focus
Market Share:
23.1% top product
1Iron 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
$71.78M
23.1% of exports
2Electrical energy
$25.42M
8.2% of exports
3Cement: portland, other than white, whether or not artificially coloured
$23.95M
7.7% of exports
4Vegetables: tomatoes, fresh or chilled
$16.14M
5.2% of exports
5Mastics: n.e.c. in heading no. 3214
$8.71M
2.8% of exports

🎯 Strategic Export Focus

Albania's export portfolio to Serbia demonstrates strategic specialization, with 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 representing a key competitive advantage in this bilateral market.

SerbiaAlbania Imports

$338.87M
2023 Total

Import Dependency Profile

Supply Diversity:
Concentrated
Critical Imports:
6.5% concentration
1Non-alcoholic beverages: other than non-alcoholic beer, n.e.c. in item no. 2202.10, not including fruit or vegetable juices of heading no. 2009
$21.86M
6.5% of imports
2Beer: made from malt
$14.98M
4.4% of imports
3Cereals: wheat and meslin, other than durum wheat, other than seed
$14.83M
4.4% of imports
4Insulated electric conductors: for a voltage not exceeding 1000 volts, not fitted with connectors
$14.71M
4.3% of imports
5Waters: including mineral and aerated, containing added sugar or other sweetening matter or flavoured
$13.65M
4.0% of imports

📦 Import Strategy Analysis

Albania's import pattern from Serbia reveals strategic sourcingin non-alcoholic beverages: other than non-alcoholic beer, n.e.c. in item no. 2202.10, not including fruit or vegetable juices of heading no. 2009, 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 exportingiron 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 to Serbia, leveraging comparative advantages.

Export Leader in 5+ Categories
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Trade Complementarity

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

Highly Balanced
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Growth Potential

The $650.21M trade volume indicates substantial economic integration with room for expansion in emerging sectors.

Significant Partnership

Executive Summary: Albania-Serbia Trade Relationship

Key Trade Highlights 2023

  • Total Trade Volume: $650.21 millionrepresenting a significant bilateral economic relationship
  • Trade Balance: Albania maintains a deficit of $27.53 million
  • Export Focus: Albania's primary exports include 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, electrical energy, cement: portland, other than white, whether or not artificially coloured
  • Import Dependencies: Key imports from Serbia include non-alcoholic beverages: other than non-alcoholic beer, n.e.c. in item no. 2202.10, not including fruit or vegetable juices of heading no. 2009, beer: made from malt, cereals: wheat and meslin, other than durum wheat, other than seed

Strategic Trade Indicators

Trade IntensityHigh
Export DiversificationConcentrated
Trade Balance HealthBalanced

📈 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 $650.21M 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 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.

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 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 rollingcomplements Serbia's demand patterns, creating natural trade synergies.

2

Supply Chain Integration

Deep integration in global value chains has strengthened bilateral linkages, particularly in non-alcoholic beverages: other than non-alcoholic beer, n.e.c. in item no. 2202.10, not including fruit or vegetable juices of heading no. 2009.

3

Market Access & Trade Policy

Favorable trade agreements and market access conditions have facilitated the growth of this $650.21M bilateral relationship.

Trade Pattern Insights

Trade ComplementarityAsymmetric
Seasonal VariationsModerate
Product ConcentrationMedium
Market DependencyModerate
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Trade Relationship Outlook

The $650.21M 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 $650.21 million bilateral trade volume represents a important trade relationshipfor both economies.

Economic Significance: Moderate
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Industrial Integration

Trade flows in 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 and non-alcoholic beverages: other than non-alcoholic beer, n.e.c. in item no. 2202.10, not including fruit or vegetable juices of heading no. 2009 demonstrate deep industrial linkages and supply chain integration.

Supply Chain Integration: Specialized
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Trade Balance Effects

Albania's trade deficit of $27.53 million impacts its overall economic position in this bilateral relationship.

Balance Impact: Well Balanced

Strategic Future Outlook

🚀Growth Opportunities

Emerging Sectors
Technology transfer and innovation cooperation in electrical energy present expansion opportunities.
Market Diversification
Beyond current focus on non-alcoholic beverages: other than non-alcoholic beer, n.e.c. in item no. 2202.10, not including fruit or vegetable juices of heading no. 2009, new product categories offer potential for trade expansion.

⚠️Risk Factors

Supply Chain Vulnerabilities
Moderate concentration in key sectors requires monitoring
Market Competition
Global competition in 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 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 Serbia represents a total trade volume of $650.21 million in 2023. This partnership demonstrates an unfavorable trade balance for Albania, with imports exceeding exportsby $27.53 million.

Export Strengths

Albania's exports to Serbia total $311.34 million, with competitive advantages in 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, representing $71.78M or23.1% of bilateral exports.

Import Dependencies

Imports from Serbia amount to $338.87 million, highlighting economic interdependence in non-alcoholic beverages: other than non-alcoholic beer, n.e.c. in item no. 2202.10, not including fruit or vegetable juices of heading no. 2009, with Non-alcoholic beverages: other than non-alcoholic beer, n.e.c. in item no. 2202.10, not including fruit or vegetable juices of heading no. 2009 comprising6.5% of total imports.

The trade relationship reflects broader economic patterns and comparative advantages. The trade deficit indicates Albania's strategic sourcing from Serbia. 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