Bulgaria-Namibia Bilateral Trade Analysis 2023

Complete trade statistics: $62.79M total volume •Bulgaria surplus: $62.79M

BulgariaNamibia

$62.79M

Exports (2023)

NamibiaBulgaria

$0

Imports (2023)

Trade Balance

$62.79M

Surplus for Bulgaria

Total Trade

$62.79M

Combined Volume

Trade Flow Visualization

Direct trade relationship between Bulgaria and Namibia. Green line shows exports from Bulgaria, red line shows imports.

Detailed Product Trade Analysis

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

BulgariaNamibia Exports

$62.79M
2023 Total

Export Market Intelligence

Product Diversity:
Specialized Focus
Market Share:
88.7% top product
1Copper ores and concentrates
$55.68M
88.7% of exports
2Ores and concentrates n.e.c. in chapter 26: other than antimony
$3.64M
5.8% of exports
3Sulphuric acid: oleum
$1.89M
3.0% of exports
4Garments: of felt or non-wovens (not knitted or crocheted)
$562,962
0.9% of exports
5Instruments and apparatus: for measuring or checking the flow or level of liquids
$130,681
0.2% of exports

🎯 Strategic Export Focus

Bulgaria's export portfolio to Namibia demonstrates strategic specialization, with copper ores and concentrates representing a key competitive advantage in this bilateral market.

NamibiaBulgaria Imports

$0
2023 Total

Import Dependency Profile

Supply Diversity:
Concentrated
Critical Imports:
Infinity% concentration
1Copper: refined, unwrought, cathodes and sections of cathodes
$4.69M
Infinity% of imports
2Collections and collectors' pieces: of zoological, botanical, mineralogical, anatomical, historical, archaeological, palaeontological, ethnographic or numismatic interest
$36,070
Infinity% of imports
3Fruit, edible: grapes, fresh
$25,684
Infinity% of imports
4Animal products: bones and horn-cores and powder or waste of such, unworked, defatted, simply prepared (not cut to shape), or treated with acid or degelatinised, n.e.c. in heading no. 0506
$3,188
Infinity% of imports
5Automatic data processing machines: portable, weighing not more than 10kg, consisting of at least a central processing unit, a keyboard and a display
$1,626
Infinity% of imports

📦 Import Strategy Analysis

Bulgaria's import pattern from Namibia reveals significant dependencyin copper: refined, unwrought, cathodes and sections of cathodes, highlighting complementary economic structures and potential supply chain optimization opportunities.

Competitive Trade Position Analysis

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Market Leadership

Bulgaria demonstrates competitive strength in exportingcopper ores and concentrates to Namibia, 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 $62.79M trade volume indicates substantial economic integration with room for expansion in emerging sectors.

Significant Partnership

Executive Summary: Bulgaria-Namibia Trade Relationship

Key Trade Highlights 2023

  • Total Trade Volume: $62.79 millionrepresenting a significant bilateral economic relationship
  • Trade Balance: Bulgaria maintains a surplus of $62.79 million
  • Export Focus: Bulgaria's primary exports include copper ores and concentrates, ores and concentrates n.e.c. in chapter 26: other than antimony, sulphuric acid: oleum
  • Import Dependencies: Key imports from Namibia include copper: refined, unwrought, cathodes and sections of cathodes, collections and collectors' pieces: of zoological, botanical, mineralogical, anatomical, historical, archaeological, palaeontological, ethnographic or numismatic interest, fruit, edible: grapes, fresh

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 $62.79M 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 Bulgaria leveraging its comparative advantages in copper ores and concentrates.

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

Bulgaria's specialization in copper ores and concentratescomplements Namibia's demand patterns, creating natural trade synergies.

2

Supply Chain Integration

Deep integration in global value chains has strengthened bilateral linkages, particularly in copper: refined, unwrought, cathodes and sections of cathodes.

3

Market Access & Trade Policy

Favorable trade agreements and market access conditions have facilitated the growth of this $62.79M bilateral relationship.

Trade Pattern Insights

Trade ComplementarityAsymmetric
Seasonal VariationsModerate
Product ConcentrationMedium
Market DependencyHigh
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Trade Relationship Outlook

The $62.79M 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 $62.79 million bilateral trade volume represents a important trade relationshipfor both economies.

Economic Significance: Moderate
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Industrial Integration

Trade flows in copper ores and concentrates and copper: refined, unwrought, cathodes and sections of cathodes demonstrate deep industrial linkages and supply chain integration.

Supply Chain Integration: Specialized
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Trade Balance Effects

Bulgaria's trade surplus of $62.79 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 ores and concentrates n.e.c. in chapter 26: other than antimony present expansion opportunities.
Market Diversification
Beyond current focus on copper: refined, unwrought, cathodes and sections of cathodes, 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 copper ores and concentrates 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 Bulgaria and Namibia represents a total trade volume of $62.79 million in 2023. This partnership demonstrates a favorable trade balance for Bulgaria, with exports exceeding importsby $62.79 million.

Export Strengths

Bulgaria's exports to Namibia total $62.79 million, with competitive advantages in copper ores and concentrates, representing $55.68M or88.7% of bilateral exports.

Import Dependencies

Imports from Namibia amount to $0.00, highlighting economic interdependence in copper: refined, unwrought, cathodes and sections of cathodes, with Copper: refined, unwrought, cathodes and sections of cathodes comprisingInfinity% of total imports.

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