Australia-Cambodia Bilateral Trade Analysis 2023

Complete trade statistics: $645.13M total volume •Australia deficit: $323.64M

AustraliaCambodia

$160.74M

Exports (2023)

CambodiaAustralia

$484.39M

Imports (2023)

Trade Balance

$323.64M

Deficit for Australia

Total Trade

$645.13M

Combined Volume

Trade Flow Visualization

Direct trade relationship between Australia and Cambodia. Green line shows exports from Australia, red line shows imports.

Detailed Product Trade Analysis

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

AustraliaCambodia Exports

$160.74M
2023 Total

Export Market Intelligence

Product Diversity:
Specialized Focus
Market Share:
39.8% top product
1Coal: (other than anthracite and bituminous), whether or not pulverised but not agglomerated
$64.01M
39.8% of exports
2Malt: not roasted
$27.80M
17.3% of exports
3Coal: bituminous, whether or not pulverised, but not agglomerated
$23.01M
14.3% of exports
4Cyanides and cyanide oxides: of sodium
$6.44M
4.0% of exports
5Bran, sharps and other residues: of wheat, whether or not in the form of pellets, derived from the sifting, milling or other workings thereof
$5.11M
3.2% of exports

🎯 Strategic Export Focus

Australia's export portfolio to Cambodia demonstrates strategic specialization, with coal: (other than anthracite and bituminous), whether or not pulverised but not agglomerated representing a key competitive advantage in this bilateral market.

CambodiaAustralia Imports

$484.39M
2023 Total

Import Dependency Profile

Supply Diversity:
Concentrated
Critical Imports:
46.5% concentration
1Metals: gold, non-monetary, unwrought (but not powder)
$225.48M
46.5% of imports
2Jerseys, pullovers, cardigans, waistcoats and similar articles: of cotton, knitted or crocheted
$15.77M
3.3% of imports
3Sports footwear: tennis shoes, basketball shoes, gym shoes, training shoes and the like, with outer soles of rubber or plastics and uppers of textile materials
$14.57M
3.0% of imports
4Garments and clothing accessories: babies', of cotton, knitted or crocheted
$12.02M
2.5% of imports
5T-shirts, singlets and other vests: of cotton, knitted or crocheted
$10.70M
2.2% of imports

📦 Import Strategy Analysis

Australia's import pattern from Cambodia reveals significant dependencyin metals: gold, non-monetary, unwrought (but not powder), highlighting complementary economic structures and potential supply chain optimization opportunities.

Competitive Trade Position Analysis

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Market Leadership

Australia demonstrates competitive strength in exportingcoal: (other than anthracite and bituminous), whether or not pulverised but not agglomerated to Cambodia, 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 $645.13M trade volume indicates substantial economic integration with room for expansion in emerging sectors.

Significant Partnership

Executive Summary: Australia-Cambodia Trade Relationship

Key Trade Highlights 2023

  • Total Trade Volume: $645.13 millionrepresenting a significant bilateral economic relationship
  • Trade Balance: Australia maintains a deficit of $323.64 million
  • Export Focus: Australia's primary exports include coal: (other than anthracite and bituminous), whether or not pulverised but not agglomerated, malt: not roasted, coal: bituminous, whether or not pulverised, but not agglomerated
  • Import Dependencies: Key imports from Cambodia include metals: gold, non-monetary, unwrought (but not powder), jerseys, pullovers, cardigans, waistcoats and similar articles: of cotton, knitted or crocheted, sports footwear: tennis shoes, basketball shoes, gym shoes, training shoes and the like, with outer soles of rubber or plastics and uppers of textile materials

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 $645.13M 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 Australia leveraging its comparative advantages in coal: (other than anthracite and bituminous), whether or not pulverised but not agglomerated.

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

Australia's specialization in coal: (other than anthracite and bituminous), whether or not pulverised but not agglomeratedcomplements Cambodia's demand patterns, creating natural trade synergies.

2

Supply Chain Integration

Deep integration in global value chains has strengthened bilateral linkages, particularly in metals: gold, non-monetary, unwrought (but not powder).

3

Market Access & Trade Policy

Favorable trade agreements and market access conditions have facilitated the growth of this $645.13M bilateral relationship.

Trade Pattern Insights

Trade ComplementarityAsymmetric
Seasonal VariationsModerate
Product ConcentrationMedium
Market DependencyHigh
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Trade Relationship Outlook

The $645.13M 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 $645.13 million bilateral trade volume represents a important trade relationshipfor both economies.

Economic Significance: Moderate
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Industrial Integration

Trade flows in coal: (other than anthracite and bituminous), whether or not pulverised but not agglomerated and metals: gold, non-monetary, unwrought (but not powder) demonstrate deep industrial linkages and supply chain integration.

Supply Chain Integration: Specialized
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Trade Balance Effects

Australia's trade deficit of $323.64 million impacts its overall economic position in this bilateral relationship.

Balance Impact: Import Dependency

Strategic Future Outlook

🚀Growth Opportunities

Emerging Sectors
Technology transfer and innovation cooperation in malt: not roasted present expansion opportunities.
Market Diversification
Beyond current focus on metals: gold, non-monetary, unwrought (but not powder), 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 coal: (other than anthracite and bituminous), whether or not pulverised but not agglomerated 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 Australia and Cambodia represents a total trade volume of $645.13 million in 2023. This partnership demonstrates an unfavorable trade balance for Australia, with imports exceeding exportsby $323.64 million.

Export Strengths

Australia's exports to Cambodia total $160.74 million, with competitive advantages in coal: (other than anthracite and bituminous), whether or not pulverised but not agglomerated, representing $64.01M or39.8% of bilateral exports.

Import Dependencies

Imports from Cambodia amount to $484.39 million, highlighting economic interdependence in metals: gold, non-monetary, unwrought (but not powder), with Metals: gold, non-monetary, unwrought (but not powder) comprising46.5% of total imports.

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