Bangladesh-Indonesia Bilateral Trade Analysis 2023

Complete trade statistics: $3.58B total volume •Bangladesh deficit: $3.58B

BangladeshIndonesia

$0

Exports (2023)

IndonesiaBangladesh

$3.58B

Imports (2023)

Trade Balance

$3.58B

Deficit for Bangladesh

Total Trade

$3.58B

Combined Volume

Trade Flow Visualization

Direct trade relationship between Bangladesh and Indonesia. Green line shows exports from Bangladesh, red line shows imports.

Detailed Product Trade Analysis

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

BangladeshIndonesia Exports

$0
2023 Total

Export Market Intelligence

Product Diversity:
Specialized Focus
Market Share:
Infinity% top product
1T-shirts, singlets and other vests: of cotton, knitted or crocheted
$11.44M
Infinity% of exports
2Yarn: of jute or of other textile bast fibres, multiple (folded) or cabled
$9.59M
Infinity% of exports
3Trousers, bib and brace overalls, breeches and shorts: men's or boys', of cotton (not knitted or crocheted)
$6.60M
Infinity% of exports
4Trousers, bib and brace overalls, breeches and shorts: women's or girls', of cotton (not knitted or crocheted)
$5.79M
Infinity% of exports
5Tobacco: partly or wholly stemmed or stripped
$4.45M
Infinity% of exports

🎯 Strategic Export Focus

Bangladesh's export portfolio to Indonesia demonstrates strategic specialization, with t-shirts, singlets and other vests: of cotton, knitted or crocheted representing a key competitive advantage in this bilateral market.

IndonesiaBangladesh Imports

$3.58B
2023 Total

Import Dependency Profile

Supply Diversity:
Concentrated
Critical Imports:
32.4% concentration
1Vegetable oils: palm oil and its fractions, other than crude, whether or not refined, but not chemically modified
$1.16B
32.4% of imports
2Coal: (other than anthracite and bituminous), whether or not pulverised but not agglomerated
$1.05B
29.4% 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
$294.72M
8.2% of imports
4Cement clinkers (whether or not coloured)
$207.38M
5.8% of imports
5Wood pulp: chemical wood pulp, soda or sulphate, (other than dissolving grades), semi-bleached or bleached, of non-coniferous wood
$131.09M
3.7% of imports

📦 Import Strategy Analysis

Bangladesh's import pattern from Indonesia reveals significant dependencyin vegetable oils: palm oil and its fractions, other than crude, whether or not refined, but not chemically modified, highlighting complementary economic structures and potential supply chain optimization opportunities.

Competitive Trade Position Analysis

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Market Leadership

Bangladesh demonstrates competitive strength in exportingt-shirts, singlets and other vests: of cotton, knitted or crocheted to Indonesia, 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 $3.58B trade volume indicates substantial economic integration with room for expansion in emerging sectors.

Significant Partnership

Executive Summary: Bangladesh-Indonesia Trade Relationship

Key Trade Highlights 2023

  • Total Trade Volume: $3.58 billionrepresenting a significant bilateral economic relationship
  • Trade Balance: Bangladesh maintains a deficit of $3.58 billion
  • Export Focus: Bangladesh's primary exports include t-shirts, singlets and other vests: of cotton, knitted or crocheted, yarn: of jute or of other textile bast fibres, multiple (folded) or cabled, trousers, bib and brace overalls, breeches and shorts: men's or boys', of cotton (not knitted or crocheted)
  • Import Dependencies: Key imports from Indonesia include vegetable oils: palm oil and its fractions, other than crude, whether or not refined, but not chemically modified, coal: (other than anthracite and bituminous), whether or not pulverised but not agglomerated, 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 $3.58B 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 Bangladesh leveraging its comparative advantages in t-shirts, singlets and other vests: of cotton, knitted or crocheted.

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

Bangladesh's specialization in t-shirts, singlets and other vests: of cotton, knitted or crochetedcomplements Indonesia's demand patterns, creating natural trade synergies.

2

Supply Chain Integration

Deep integration in global value chains has strengthened bilateral linkages, particularly in vegetable oils: palm oil and its fractions, other than crude, whether or not refined, but not chemically modified.

3

Market Access & Trade Policy

Favorable trade agreements and market access conditions have facilitated the growth of this $3.58B bilateral relationship.

Trade Pattern Insights

Trade ComplementarityAsymmetric
Seasonal VariationsModerate
Product ConcentrationMedium
Market DependencyHigh
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Trade Relationship Outlook

The $3.58B 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 $3.58 billion bilateral trade volume represents a important trade relationshipfor both economies.

Economic Significance: Moderate
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Industrial Integration

Trade flows in t-shirts, singlets and other vests: of cotton, knitted or crocheted and vegetable oils: palm oil and its fractions, other than crude, whether or not refined, but not chemically modified demonstrate deep industrial linkages and supply chain integration.

Supply Chain Integration: Specialized
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Trade Balance Effects

Bangladesh's trade deficit of $3.58 billion 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 yarn: of jute or of other textile bast fibres, multiple (folded) or cabled present expansion opportunities.
Market Diversification
Beyond current focus on vegetable oils: palm oil and its fractions, other than crude, whether or not refined, but not chemically modified, 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 t-shirts, singlets and other vests: of cotton, knitted or crocheted 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 Bangladesh and Indonesia represents a total trade volume of $3.58 billion in 2023. This partnership demonstrates an unfavorable trade balance for Bangladesh, with imports exceeding exportsby $3.58 billion.

Export Strengths

Bangladesh's exports to Indonesia total $0.00, with competitive advantages in t-shirts, singlets and other vests: of cotton, knitted or crocheted, representing $11.44M orInfinity% of bilateral exports.

Import Dependencies

Imports from Indonesia amount to $3.58 billion, highlighting economic interdependence in vegetable oils: palm oil and its fractions, other than crude, whether or not refined, but not chemically modified, with Vegetable oils: palm oil and its fractions, other than crude, whether or not refined, but not chemically modified comprising32.4% of total imports.

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