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Azerbaijan-Turkmenistan Bilateral Trade Analysis 2023

Complete trade statistics: $773.42M total volume •Azerbaijan deficit: $601.19M

AzerbaijanTurkmenistan

$86.11M

Exports (2023)

TurkmenistanAzerbaijan

$687.31M

Imports (2023)

Trade Balance

$601.19M

Deficit for Azerbaijan

Total Trade

$773.42M

Combined Volume

Trade Flow Visualization

Direct trade relationship between Azerbaijan and Turkmenistan. Green line shows exports from Azerbaijan, red line shows imports.

Detailed Product Trade Analysis

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

AzerbaijanTurkmenistan Exports

$86.11M
2023 Total

Export Market Intelligence

Product Diversity:
Specialized Focus
Market Share:
33.9% top product
1Cotton: not carded or combed
$29.17M
33.9% of exports
2Aluminium: stranded wire, cables, plaited bands and the like, (not electrically insulated), with steel core
$25.38M
29.5% of exports
3Sugars: sucrose, chemically pure, in solid form, not containing added flavouring or colouring matter
$15.18M
17.6% of exports
4Iron or non-alloy steel: bars and rods, hot-rolled, hot-drawn or hot-extruded, n.e.c. in heading no. 7214, other than of rectangular cross-section
$3.99M
4.6% of exports
5Bromides and bromide oxides: other than item no. 2827.51
$2.52M
2.9% of exports

🎯 Strategic Export Focus

Azerbaijan's export portfolio to Turkmenistan demonstrates strategic specialization, with cotton: not carded or combed representing a key competitive advantage in this bilateral market.

TurkmenistanAzerbaijan Imports

$687.31M
2023 Total

Import Dependency Profile

Supply Diversity:
Concentrated
Critical Imports:
46.2% concentration
1Oils: petroleum oils and oils obtained from bituminous minerals, crude
$317.54M
46.2% of imports
2Petroleum gases and other gaseous hydrocarbons: in gaseous state, natural gas
$218.23M
31.8% of imports
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
$144.89M
21.1% of imports
4Propylene, other olefin polymers: polypropylene in primary forms
$1.62M
0.2% of imports
5Ethylene polymers: waste, parings and scrap
$711,634
0.1% of imports

📦 Import Strategy Analysis

Azerbaijan's import pattern from Turkmenistan reveals significant dependencyin oils: petroleum oils and oils obtained from bituminous minerals, crude, highlighting complementary economic structures and potential supply chain optimization opportunities.

Competitive Trade Position Analysis

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Market Leadership

Azerbaijan demonstrates competitive strength in exportingcotton: not carded or combed to Turkmenistan, 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 $773.42M trade volume indicates substantial economic integration with room for expansion in emerging sectors.

Significant Partnership

Executive Summary: Azerbaijan-Turkmenistan Trade Relationship

Key Trade Highlights 2023

  • Total Trade Volume: $773.42 millionrepresenting a significant bilateral economic relationship
  • Trade Balance: Azerbaijan maintains a deficit of $601.19 million
  • Export Focus: Azerbaijan's primary exports include cotton: not carded or combed, aluminium: stranded wire, cables, plaited bands and the like, (not electrically insulated), with steel core, sugars: sucrose, chemically pure, in solid form, not containing added flavouring or colouring matter
  • Import Dependencies: Key imports from Turkmenistan include oils: petroleum oils and oils obtained from bituminous minerals, crude, petroleum gases and other gaseous hydrocarbons: in gaseous state, natural gas, 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

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 $773.42M 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 Azerbaijan leveraging its comparative advantages in cotton: not carded or combed.

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

Azerbaijan's specialization in cotton: not carded or combedcomplements Turkmenistan's demand patterns, creating natural trade synergies.

2

Supply Chain Integration

Deep integration in global value chains has strengthened bilateral linkages, particularly in oils: petroleum oils and oils obtained from bituminous minerals, crude.

3

Market Access & Trade Policy

Favorable trade agreements and market access conditions have facilitated the growth of this $773.42M bilateral relationship.

Trade Pattern Insights

Trade ComplementarityAsymmetric
Seasonal VariationsModerate
Product ConcentrationMedium
Market DependencyHigh
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Trade Relationship Outlook

The $773.42M 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 $773.42 million bilateral trade volume represents a important trade relationshipfor both economies.

Economic Significance: Moderate
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Industrial Integration

Trade flows in cotton: not carded or combed and oils: petroleum oils and oils obtained from bituminous minerals, crude demonstrate deep industrial linkages and supply chain integration.

Supply Chain Integration: Specialized
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Trade Balance Effects

Azerbaijan's trade deficit of $601.19 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 aluminium: stranded wire, cables, plaited bands and the like, (not electrically insulated), with steel core present expansion opportunities.
Market Diversification
Beyond current focus on oils: petroleum oils and oils obtained from bituminous minerals, crude, 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 cotton: not carded or combed 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 Azerbaijan and Turkmenistan represents a total trade volume of $773.42 million in 2023. This partnership demonstrates an unfavorable trade balance for Azerbaijan, with imports exceeding exportsby $601.19 million.

Export Strengths

Azerbaijan's exports to Turkmenistan total $86.11 million, with competitive advantages in cotton: not carded or combed, representing $29.17M or33.9% of bilateral exports.

Import Dependencies

Imports from Turkmenistan amount to $687.31 million, highlighting economic interdependence in oils: petroleum oils and oils obtained from bituminous minerals, crude, with Oils: petroleum oils and oils obtained from bituminous minerals, crude comprising46.2% of total imports.

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