Bahrain-Singapore Bilateral Trade Analysis 2023

Complete trade statistics: $341.17M total volume •Bahrain surplus: $341.17M

BahrainSingapore

$341.17M

Exports (2023)

SingaporeBahrain

$0

Imports (2023)

Trade Balance

$341.17M

Surplus for Bahrain

Total Trade

$341.17M

Combined Volume

Trade Flow Visualization

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

BahrainSingapore Exports

$341.17M
2023 Total

Export Market Intelligence

Product Diversity:
Specialized Focus
Market Share:
54.5% top product
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
$185.84M
54.5% of exports
2Turbo-jets: of a thrust exceeding 25kN
$33.09M
9.7% of exports
3Wrist-watches: whether or not incorporating a stop-watch facility, with automatic winding
$14.98M
4.4% of exports
4Vehicles: parts and accessories, of bodies, other than safety seat belts
$14.32M
4.2% of exports
5Engines: parts of aircraft engines (spark-ignition reciprocating or rotary internal combustion piston engines)
$13.02M
3.8% of exports

🎯 Strategic Export Focus

Bahrain's export portfolio to Singapore demonstrates strategic specialization, 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 representing a key competitive advantage in this bilateral market.

SingaporeBahrain Imports

$0
2023 Total

Import Dependency Profile

Supply Diversity:
Concentrated
Critical Imports:
Infinity% concentration
1Turbo-jets: of a thrust exceeding 25kN
$54.77M
Infinity% of imports
2Esters: other than thiophosphoric esters (phosphorothioates) and phosphite esters and their salts, their halogenated, sulphonated, nitrated or nitrosated derivatives, n.e.c. in heading no. 2920
$14.61M
Infinity% of imports
3Esters: phosphite esters and their salts: their halogenated, sulphonated, nitrated or nitrosated derivatives, n.e.c. in heading no. 2920
$7.08M
Infinity% of imports
4Acids: carboxylic acids, (with phenol function but without other oxygen function), their anhydrides, halides, peroxides, peroxyacids and their derivatives, n.e.c. in item no. 2918.2
$6.35M
Infinity% of imports
5Medicaments: consisting of mixed or unmixed products n.e.c. in heading no. 3004, for therapeutic or prophylactic uses, packaged for retail sale
$3.59M
Infinity% of imports

📦 Import Strategy Analysis

Bahrain's import pattern from Singapore reveals significant dependencyin turbo-jets: of a thrust exceeding 25kn, 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 exportingpetroleum 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 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 $341.17M trade volume indicates substantial economic integration with room for expansion in emerging sectors.

Significant Partnership

Executive Summary: Bahrain-Singapore Trade Relationship

Key Trade Highlights 2023

  • Total Trade Volume: $341.17 millionrepresenting a significant bilateral economic relationship
  • Trade Balance: Bahrain maintains a surplus of $341.17 million
  • Export Focus: Bahrain's primary exports 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, turbo-jets: of a thrust exceeding 25kn, wrist-watches: whether or not incorporating a stop-watch facility, with automatic winding
  • Import Dependencies: Key imports from Singapore include turbo-jets: of a thrust exceeding 25kn, esters: other than thiophosphoric esters (phosphorothioates) and phosphite esters and their salts, their halogenated, sulphonated, nitrated or nitrosated derivatives, n.e.c. in heading no. 2920, esters: phosphite esters and their salts: their halogenated, sulphonated, nitrated or nitrosated derivatives, n.e.c. in heading no. 2920

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 $341.17M 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 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.

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 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 oilscomplements Singapore's demand patterns, creating natural trade synergies.

2

Supply Chain Integration

Deep integration in global value chains has strengthened bilateral linkages, particularly in turbo-jets: of a thrust exceeding 25kn.

3

Market Access & Trade Policy

Favorable trade agreements and market access conditions have facilitated the growth of this $341.17M bilateral relationship.

Trade Pattern Insights

Trade ComplementarityAsymmetric
Seasonal VariationsModerate
Product ConcentrationMedium
Market DependencyHigh
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Trade Relationship Outlook

The $341.17M 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 $341.17 million bilateral trade volume represents a important trade relationshipfor both economies.

Economic Significance: Moderate
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Industrial Integration

Trade flows 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 and turbo-jets: of a thrust exceeding 25kn demonstrate deep industrial linkages and supply chain integration.

Supply Chain Integration: Specialized
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Trade Balance Effects

Bahrain's trade surplus of $341.17 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 turbo-jets: of a thrust exceeding 25kn present expansion opportunities.
Market Diversification
Beyond current focus on turbo-jets: of a thrust exceeding 25kn, 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 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 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 Singapore represents a total trade volume of $341.17 million in 2023. This partnership demonstrates a favorable trade balance for Bahrain, with exports exceeding importsby $341.17 million.

Export Strengths

Bahrain's exports to Singapore total $341.17 million, with competitive advantages 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, representing $185.84M or54.5% of bilateral exports.

Import Dependencies

Imports from Singapore amount to $0.00, highlighting economic interdependence in turbo-jets: of a thrust exceeding 25kn, with Turbo-jets: of a thrust exceeding 25kN 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