Bahrain-Egypt Bilateral Trade Analysis 2023

Complete trade statistics: $474.07M total volume •Bahrain surplus: $474.07M

BahrainEgypt

$474.07M

Exports (2023)

EgyptBahrain

$0

Imports (2023)

Trade Balance

$474.07M

Surplus for Bahrain

Total Trade

$474.07M

Combined Volume

Trade Flow Visualization

Direct trade relationship between Bahrain and Egypt. Green line shows exports from Bahrain, red line shows imports.

Detailed Product Trade Analysis

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

BahrainEgypt Exports

$474.07M
2023 Total

Export Market Intelligence

Product Diversity:
Specialized Focus
Market Share:
51.5% top product
1Iron ores and concentrates: agglomerated (excluding roasted iron pyrites)
$244.18M
51.5% of exports
2Aluminium: (not alloyed), wire, maximum cross-sectional dimension exceeds 7mm
$122.99M
25.9% of exports
3Iron or non-alloy steel: U, I or H sections, hot-rolled, hot-drawn or extruded, of a height of less than 80mm
$22.47M
4.7% of exports
4Iron or non-alloy steel: H sections, hot-rolled, hot-drawn or extruded, of a height of 80mm or more
$10.45M
2.2% of exports
5Aluminium: unwrought, (not alloyed)
$10.28M
2.2% of exports

🎯 Strategic Export Focus

Bahrain's export portfolio to Egypt demonstrates strategic specialization, with iron ores and concentrates: agglomerated (excluding roasted iron pyrites) representing a key competitive advantage in this bilateral market.

EgyptBahrain Imports

$0
2023 Total

Import Dependency Profile

Supply Diversity:
Concentrated
Critical Imports:
Infinity% concentration
1Reception apparatus for television, whether or not incorporating radio-broadcast receivers or sound or video recording or reproducing apparatus: incorporating a colour video display or screen
$10.78M
Infinity% of imports
2Sanitary towels (pads) and tampons, napkins and napkin liners for babies and similar articles, of any material
$10.15M
Infinity% of imports
3Fruit, edible: oranges, fresh or dried
$4.73M
Infinity% of imports
4Washing and cleaning preparations: surface-active, whether or not containing soap (excluding those of heading no. 3401), put up for retail sale
$4.37M
Infinity% of imports
5Chocolate and other food preparations containing cocoa: in blocks, slabs or bars, filled, weighing 2kg or less
$4.13M
Infinity% of imports

📦 Import Strategy Analysis

Bahrain's import pattern from Egypt reveals significant dependencyin reception apparatus for television, whether or not incorporating radio-broadcast receivers or sound or video recording or reproducing apparatus: incorporating a colour video display or screen, highlighting complementary economic structures and potential supply chain optimization opportunities.

Competitive Trade Position Analysis

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Market Leadership

Bahrain demonstrates competitive strength in exportingiron ores and concentrates: agglomerated (excluding roasted iron pyrites) to Egypt, 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 $474.07M trade volume indicates substantial economic integration with room for expansion in emerging sectors.

Significant Partnership

Executive Summary: Bahrain-Egypt Trade Relationship

Key Trade Highlights 2023

  • Total Trade Volume: $474.07 millionrepresenting a significant bilateral economic relationship
  • Trade Balance: Bahrain maintains a surplus of $474.07 million
  • Export Focus: Bahrain's primary exports include iron ores and concentrates: agglomerated (excluding roasted iron pyrites), aluminium: (not alloyed), wire, maximum cross-sectional dimension exceeds 7mm, iron or non-alloy steel: u, i or h sections, hot-rolled, hot-drawn or extruded, of a height of less than 80mm
  • Import Dependencies: Key imports from Egypt include reception apparatus for television, whether or not incorporating radio-broadcast receivers or sound or video recording or reproducing apparatus: incorporating a colour video display or screen, sanitary towels (pads) and tampons, napkins and napkin liners for babies and similar articles, of any material, fruit, edible: oranges, fresh or dried

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 $474.07M 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 Bahrain leveraging its comparative advantages in iron ores and concentrates: agglomerated (excluding roasted iron pyrites).

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

Bahrain's specialization in iron ores and concentrates: agglomerated (excluding roasted iron pyrites)complements Egypt's demand patterns, creating natural trade synergies.

2

Supply Chain Integration

Deep integration in global value chains has strengthened bilateral linkages, particularly in reception apparatus for television, whether or not incorporating radio-broadcast receivers or sound or video recording or reproducing apparatus: incorporating a colour video display or screen.

3

Market Access & Trade Policy

Favorable trade agreements and market access conditions have facilitated the growth of this $474.07M bilateral relationship.

Trade Pattern Insights

Trade ComplementarityAsymmetric
Seasonal VariationsModerate
Product ConcentrationMedium
Market DependencyHigh
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Trade Relationship Outlook

The $474.07M 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 $474.07 million bilateral trade volume represents a important trade relationshipfor both economies.

Economic Significance: Moderate
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Industrial Integration

Trade flows in iron ores and concentrates: agglomerated (excluding roasted iron pyrites) and reception apparatus for television, whether or not incorporating radio-broadcast receivers or sound or video recording or reproducing apparatus: incorporating a colour video display or screen demonstrate deep industrial linkages and supply chain integration.

Supply Chain Integration: Specialized
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Trade Balance Effects

Bahrain's trade surplus of $474.07 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 aluminium: (not alloyed), wire, maximum cross-sectional dimension exceeds 7mm present expansion opportunities.
Market Diversification
Beyond current focus on reception apparatus for television, whether or not incorporating radio-broadcast receivers or sound or video recording or reproducing apparatus: incorporating a colour video display or screen, 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 iron ores and concentrates: agglomerated (excluding roasted iron pyrites) 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 Bahrain and Egypt represents a total trade volume of $474.07 million in 2023. This partnership demonstrates a favorable trade balance for Bahrain, with exports exceeding importsby $474.07 million.

Export Strengths

Bahrain's exports to Egypt total $474.07 million, with competitive advantages in iron ores and concentrates: agglomerated (excluding roasted iron pyrites), representing $244.18M or51.5% of bilateral exports.

Import Dependencies

Imports from Egypt amount to $0.00, highlighting economic interdependence in reception apparatus for television, whether or not incorporating radio-broadcast receivers or sound or video recording or reproducing apparatus: incorporating a colour video display or screen, with Reception apparatus for television, whether or not incorporating radio-broadcast receivers or sound or video recording or reproducing apparatus: incorporating a colour video display or screen comprisingInfinity% of total imports.

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