Angola-Brazil Bilateral Trade Analysis 2023

Complete trade statistics: $1.21B total volume •Angola surplus: $194.42M

AngolaBrazil

$704.27M

Exports (2023)

BrazilAngola

$509.85M

Imports (2023)

Trade Balance

$194.42M

Surplus for Angola

Total Trade

$1.21B

Combined Volume

Trade Flow Visualization

Direct trade relationship between Angola and Brazil. Green line shows exports from Angola, red line shows imports.

Detailed Product Trade Analysis

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

AngolaBrazil Exports

$704.27M
2023 Total

Export Market Intelligence

Product Diversity:
Specialized Focus
Market Share:
84.9% top product
1Oils: petroleum oils and oils obtained from bituminous minerals, crude
$598.17M
84.9% of exports
2Petroleum oils and oils from bituminous minerals, not crude: preparations n.e.c. containing by weight 70% or more of petroleum oils or oils from bituminous minerals: these being the basic constituents of the preparations: waste oils
$73.65M
10.5% of exports
3Oils and products of the distillation of high temperature coal tar: naphthalene
$29.94M
4.3% of exports
4Engines: hydraulic power engines and motors, other than linear acting (cylinders)
$432,151
0.1% of exports
5Iron or steel: nails, tacks, drawing pins, corrugated nails, staples (not those of heading no. 8305) and the like, with heads of other material or not, but excluding articles with heads of copper
$331,669
0.0% of exports

🎯 Strategic Export Focus

Angola's export portfolio to Brazil demonstrates strategic specialization, with oils: petroleum oils and oils obtained from bituminous minerals, crude representing a key competitive advantage in this bilateral market.

BrazilAngola Imports

$509.85M
2023 Total

Import Dependency Profile

Supply Diversity:
Concentrated
Critical Imports:
13.3% concentration
1Vehicles: public transport type (carries 10 or more persons, including driver), with only compression-ignition internal combustion piston engine (diesel or semi-diesel), new or used
$67.90M
13.3% of imports
2Meat and edible offal: of fowls of the species Gallus domesticus, cuts and offal, frozen
$38.89M
7.6% of imports
3Sugars: sucrose, chemically pure, in solid form, not containing added flavouring or colouring matter
$31.70M
6.2% of imports
4Meat: of swine, n.e.c. in item no. 0203.2, frozen
$26.34M
5.2% of imports
5Meat preparations: sausages and similar products, of meat, meat offal or blood, and food preparations based on these products
$22.63M
4.4% of imports

📦 Import Strategy Analysis

Angola's import pattern from Brazil reveals strategic sourcingin vehicles: public transport type (carries 10 or more persons, including driver), with only compression-ignition internal combustion piston engine (diesel or semi-diesel), new or used, highlighting complementary economic structures and potential supply chain optimization opportunities.

Competitive Trade Position Analysis

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Market Leadership

Angola demonstrates competitive strength in exportingoils: petroleum oils and oils obtained from bituminous minerals, crude to Brazil, 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 $1.21B trade volume indicates substantial economic integration with room for expansion in emerging sectors.

Significant Partnership

Executive Summary: Angola-Brazil Trade Relationship

Key Trade Highlights 2023

  • Total Trade Volume: $1.21 billionrepresenting a significant bilateral economic relationship
  • Trade Balance: Angola maintains a surplus of $194.42 million
  • Export Focus: Angola's primary exports include oils: petroleum oils and oils obtained from bituminous minerals, crude, petroleum oils and oils from bituminous minerals, not crude: preparations n.e.c. containing by weight 70% or more of petroleum oils or oils from bituminous minerals: these being the basic constituents of the preparations: waste oils, oils and products of the distillation of high temperature coal tar: naphthalene
  • Import Dependencies: Key imports from Brazil include vehicles: public transport type (carries 10 or more persons, including driver), with only compression-ignition internal combustion piston engine (diesel or semi-diesel), new or used, meat and edible offal: of fowls of the species gallus domesticus, cuts and offal, frozen, sugars: sucrose, chemically pure, in solid form, not containing added flavouring or colouring matter

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 $1.21B 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 Angola leveraging its comparative advantages in oils: petroleum oils and oils obtained from bituminous minerals, crude.

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

1

Comparative Advantage

Angola's specialization in oils: petroleum oils and oils obtained from bituminous minerals, crudecomplements Brazil's demand patterns, creating natural trade synergies.

2

Supply Chain Integration

Deep integration in global value chains has strengthened bilateral linkages, particularly in vehicles: public transport type (carries 10 or more persons, including driver), with only compression-ignition internal combustion piston engine (diesel or semi-diesel), new or used.

3

Market Access & Trade Policy

Favorable trade agreements and market access conditions have facilitated the growth of this $1.21B bilateral relationship.

Trade Pattern Insights

Trade ComplementarityAsymmetric
Seasonal VariationsModerate
Product ConcentrationMedium
Market DependencyModerate
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Trade Relationship Outlook

The $1.21B 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 $1.21 billion bilateral trade volume represents a important trade relationshipfor both economies.

Economic Significance: Moderate
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Industrial Integration

Trade flows in oils: petroleum oils and oils obtained from bituminous minerals, crude and vehicles: public transport type (carries 10 or more persons, including driver), with only compression-ignition internal combustion piston engine (diesel or semi-diesel), new or used demonstrate deep industrial linkages and supply chain integration.

Supply Chain Integration: Specialized
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Trade Balance Effects

Angola's trade surplus of $194.42 million strengthens 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 petroleum oils and oils from bituminous minerals, not crude: preparations n.e.c. containing by weight 70% or more of petroleum oils or oils from bituminous minerals: these being the basic constituents of the preparations: waste oils present expansion opportunities.
Market Diversification
Beyond current focus on vehicles: public transport type (carries 10 or more persons, including driver), with only compression-ignition internal combustion piston engine (diesel or semi-diesel), new or used, 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 oils: petroleum oils and oils obtained from bituminous minerals, crude 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 Angola and Brazil represents a total trade volume of $1.21 billion in 2023. This partnership demonstrates a favorable trade balance for Angola, with exports exceeding importsby $194.42 million.

Export Strengths

Angola's exports to Brazil total $704.27 million, with competitive advantages in oils: petroleum oils and oils obtained from bituminous minerals, crude, representing $598.17M or84.9% of bilateral exports.

Import Dependencies

Imports from Brazil amount to $509.85 million, highlighting economic interdependence in vehicles: public transport type (carries 10 or more persons, including driver), with only compression-ignition internal combustion piston engine (diesel or semi-diesel), new or used, with Vehicles: public transport type (carries 10 or more persons, including driver), with only compression-ignition internal combustion piston engine (diesel or semi-diesel), new or used comprising13.3% of total imports.

The trade relationship reflects broader economic patterns and comparative advantages. The trade surplus indicates Angola'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