Angola-Singapore Bilateral Trade Analysis 2023

Complete trade statistics: $843.35M total volume •Angola surplus: $386.38M

AngolaSingapore

$614.86M

Exports (2023)

SingaporeAngola

$228.49M

Imports (2023)

Trade Balance

$386.38M

Surplus for Angola

Total Trade

$843.35M

Combined Volume

Trade Flow Visualization

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

AngolaSingapore Exports

$614.86M
2023 Total

Export Market Intelligence

Product Diversity:
Specialized Focus
Market Share:
80.7% top product
1Oils: petroleum oils and oils obtained from bituminous minerals, crude
$496.20M
80.7% of exports
2Floating or submersible drilling or production platforms
$100.91M
16.4% of exports
3Petroleum 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
$14.67M
2.4% of exports
4Pile-drivers and pile-extractors
$1.80M
0.3% of exports
5Surveying equipment: articles n.e.c. in heading no. 9015, including hydrographic, oceanographic, hydrological, meteorological or geophysical instruments and appliances (excluding compasses)
$258,762
0.0% of exports

🎯 Strategic Export Focus

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

SingaporeAngola Imports

$228.49M
2023 Total

Import Dependency Profile

Supply Diversity:
Concentrated
Critical Imports:
53.2% concentration
1Petroleum 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
$121.53M
53.2% of imports
2Iron or steel (excluding cast iron): casing of a kind used in drilling for oil or gas (not seamless), having circular cross-sections, external diameter exceeds 406.4mm
$11.60M
5.1% of imports
3Steel, stainless: seamless, casing and tubing, of a kind used in drilling for oil or gas
$8.21M
3.6% of imports
4Boring or sinking machinery: parts of the machinery of item no. 8430.41 or 8430.41
$7.56M
3.3% of imports
5Phenolic resins: in primary forms
$6.50M
2.8% of imports

📦 Import Strategy Analysis

Angola's import pattern from Singapore reveals significant dependencyin 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, 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 Singapore, 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 $843.35M trade volume indicates substantial economic integration with room for expansion in emerging sectors.

Significant Partnership

Executive Summary: Angola-Singapore Trade Relationship

Key Trade Highlights 2023

  • Total Trade Volume: $843.35 millionrepresenting a significant bilateral economic relationship
  • Trade Balance: Angola maintains a surplus of $386.38 million
  • Export Focus: Angola's primary exports include oils: petroleum oils and oils obtained from bituminous minerals, crude, floating or submersible drilling or production platforms, 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
  • Import Dependencies: Key imports from Singapore include 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, iron or steel (excluding cast iron): casing of a kind used in drilling for oil or gas (not seamless), having circular cross-sections, external diameter exceeds 406.4mm, steel, stainless: seamless, casing and tubing, of a kind used in drilling for oil or gas

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 $843.35M 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

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Comparative Advantage

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

2

Supply Chain Integration

Deep integration in global value chains has strengthened bilateral linkages, particularly 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.

3

Market Access & Trade Policy

Favorable trade agreements and market access conditions have facilitated the growth of this $843.35M bilateral relationship.

Trade Pattern Insights

Trade ComplementarityAsymmetric
Seasonal VariationsModerate
Product ConcentrationMedium
Market DependencyHigh
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Trade Relationship Outlook

The $843.35M 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 $843.35 million 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 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 demonstrate deep industrial linkages and supply chain integration.

Supply Chain Integration: Specialized
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Trade Balance Effects

Angola's trade surplus of $386.38 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 floating or submersible drilling or production platforms present expansion opportunities.
Market Diversification
Beyond current focus on 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, 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 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 Singapore represents a total trade volume of $843.35 million in 2023. This partnership demonstrates a favorable trade balance for Angola, with exports exceeding importsby $386.38 million.

Export Strengths

Angola's exports to Singapore total $614.86 million, with competitive advantages in oils: petroleum oils and oils obtained from bituminous minerals, crude, representing $496.20M or80.7% of bilateral exports.

Import Dependencies

Imports from Singapore amount to $228.49 million, highlighting economic interdependence 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, with 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 comprising53.2% 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