Angola-Namibia Bilateral Trade Analysis 2023

Complete trade statistics: $222.51M total volume •Angola surplus: $114.62M

AngolaNamibia

$168.57M

Exports (2023)

NamibiaAngola

$53.95M

Imports (2023)

Trade Balance

$114.62M

Surplus for Angola

Total Trade

$222.51M

Combined Volume

Trade Flow Visualization

Direct trade relationship between Angola and Namibia. 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-Namibia commercial relationship and competitive positioning in global markets.

AngolaNamibia Exports

$168.57M
2023 Total

Export Market Intelligence

Product Diversity:
Specialized Focus
Market Share:
46.7% top product
1Vessels: n.e.c. in heading no. 8901, for the transport of goods and other vessels for the transport of both persons and goods
$78.73M
46.7% of exports
2Tugs and pusher craft
$33.43M
19.8% of exports
3Vessels: other, including lifeboats other than rowing boats, other than warships
$16.47M
9.8% of exports
4Vessels: light, fire-floats, floating cranes and other vessels, the navigability of which is subsidiary to their main function, floating docks
$9.97M
5.9% of exports
5Surveying equipment: parts and accessories for articles of heading no. 9015
$4.15M
2.5% of exports

🎯 Strategic Export Focus

Angola's export portfolio to Namibia demonstrates strategic specialization, with vessels: n.e.c. in heading no. 8901, for the transport of goods and other vessels for the transport of both persons and goods representing a key competitive advantage in this bilateral market.

NamibiaAngola Imports

$53.95M
2023 Total

Import Dependency Profile

Supply Diversity:
Concentrated
Critical Imports:
9.7% concentration
1Food preparations: obtained by the swelling or roasting of cereals or cereal products
$5.21M
9.7% of imports
2Clothing: worn, and other worn articles
$5.04M
9.3% of imports
3Cattle: live, other than pure-bred breeding animals
$2.24M
4.1% of imports
4Sugars: sucrose, chemically pure, in solid form, not containing added flavouring or colouring matter
$1.46M
2.7% of imports
5Vegetables, alliaceous: onions and shallots, fresh or chilled
$1.36M
2.5% of imports

📦 Import Strategy Analysis

Angola's import pattern from Namibia reveals significant dependencyin food preparations: obtained by the swelling or roasting of cereals or cereal products, 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 exportingvessels: n.e.c. in heading no. 8901, for the transport of goods and other vessels for the transport of both persons and goods to Namibia, 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 $222.51M trade volume indicates substantial economic integration with room for expansion in emerging sectors.

Significant Partnership

Executive Summary: Angola-Namibia Trade Relationship

Key Trade Highlights 2023

  • Total Trade Volume: $222.51 millionrepresenting a significant bilateral economic relationship
  • Trade Balance: Angola maintains a surplus of $114.62 million
  • Export Focus: Angola's primary exports include vessels: n.e.c. in heading no. 8901, for the transport of goods and other vessels for the transport of both persons and goods, tugs and pusher craft, vessels: other, including lifeboats other than rowing boats, other than warships
  • Import Dependencies: Key imports from Namibia include food preparations: obtained by the swelling or roasting of cereals or cereal products, clothing: worn, and other worn articles, cattle: live, other than pure-bred breeding animals

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 $222.51M 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 vessels: n.e.c. in heading no. 8901, for the transport of goods and other vessels for the transport of both persons and goods.

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 vessels: n.e.c. in heading no. 8901, for the transport of goods and other vessels for the transport of both persons and goodscomplements Namibia's demand patterns, creating natural trade synergies.

2

Supply Chain Integration

Deep integration in global value chains has strengthened bilateral linkages, particularly in food preparations: obtained by the swelling or roasting of cereals or cereal products.

3

Market Access & Trade Policy

Favorable trade agreements and market access conditions have facilitated the growth of this $222.51M bilateral relationship.

Trade Pattern Insights

Trade ComplementarityAsymmetric
Seasonal VariationsModerate
Product ConcentrationMedium
Market DependencyHigh
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Trade Relationship Outlook

The $222.51M 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 $222.51 million bilateral trade volume represents a important trade relationshipfor both economies.

Economic Significance: Moderate
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Industrial Integration

Trade flows in vessels: n.e.c. in heading no. 8901, for the transport of goods and other vessels for the transport of both persons and goods and food preparations: obtained by the swelling or roasting of cereals or cereal products demonstrate deep industrial linkages and supply chain integration.

Supply Chain Integration: Specialized
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Trade Balance Effects

Angola's trade surplus of $114.62 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 tugs and pusher craft present expansion opportunities.
Market Diversification
Beyond current focus on food preparations: obtained by the swelling or roasting of cereals or cereal products, 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 vessels: n.e.c. in heading no. 8901, for the transport of goods and other vessels for the transport of both persons and goods 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 Namibia represents a total trade volume of $222.51 million in 2023. This partnership demonstrates a favorable trade balance for Angola, with exports exceeding importsby $114.62 million.

Export Strengths

Angola's exports to Namibia total $168.57 million, with competitive advantages in vessels: n.e.c. in heading no. 8901, for the transport of goods and other vessels for the transport of both persons and goods, representing $78.73M or46.7% of bilateral exports.

Import Dependencies

Imports from Namibia amount to $53.95 million, highlighting economic interdependence in food preparations: obtained by the swelling or roasting of cereals or cereal products, with Food preparations: obtained by the swelling or roasting of cereals or cereal products comprising9.7% 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