Cambodia-Botswana Bilateral Trade Analysis 2023

Complete trade statistics: $66.39M total volume •Cambodia deficit: $66.39M

CambodiaBotswana

$0

Exports (2023)

BotswanaCambodia

$66.39M

Imports (2023)

Trade Balance

$66.39M

Deficit for Cambodia

Total Trade

$66.39M

Combined Volume

Trade Flow Visualization

Direct trade relationship between Cambodia and Botswana. Green line shows exports from Cambodia, red line shows imports.

Detailed Product Trade Analysis

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

CambodiaBotswana Exports

$0
2023 Total

Export Market Intelligence

Product Diversity:
Specialized Focus
Market Share:
Infinity% top product
1Cases and containers: n.e.c. in heading 4202, with outer surface of sheeting of plastics or of textile materials
$1,475
Infinity% of exports
2Footwear: (other than sportswear), with outer soles of rubber or plastics and uppers of textile materials
$902
Infinity% of exports
3T-shirts, singlets and other vests: of textile materials (other than cotton), knitted or crocheted
$862
Infinity% of exports
4Footwear: n.e.c. in chapter 64
$777
Infinity% of exports
5Cases and containers: trunks, suit-cases, vanity-cases, executive-cases, brief-cases, school satchels and similar containers, of vulcanised fibre or of paperboard, or wholly or mainly covered with such materials or with paper
$701
Infinity% of exports

🎯 Strategic Export Focus

Cambodia's export portfolio to Botswana demonstrates strategic specialization, with cases and containers: n.e.c. in heading 4202, with outer surface of sheeting of plastics or of textile materials representing a key competitive advantage in this bilateral market.

BotswanaCambodia Imports

$66.39M
2023 Total

Import Dependency Profile

Supply Diversity:
Concentrated
Critical Imports:
50.6% concentration
1Diamonds: industrial, (other than unworked or simply sawn, cleaved or bruted), but not mounted or set
$33.59M
50.6% of imports
2Diamonds: non-industrial, (other than unworked or simply sawn, cleaved or bruted), but not mounted or set
$32.30M
48.6% of imports
3Diamonds: non-industrial, unworked or simply sawn, cleaved or bruted, but not mounted or set
$509,157
0.8% of imports

📦 Import Strategy Analysis

Cambodia's import pattern from Botswana reveals significant dependencyin diamonds: industrial, (other than unworked or simply sawn, cleaved or bruted), but not mounted or set, highlighting complementary economic structures and potential supply chain optimization opportunities.

Competitive Trade Position Analysis

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Market Leadership

Cambodia demonstrates competitive strength in exportingcases and containers: n.e.c. in heading 4202, with outer surface of sheeting of plastics or of textile materials to Botswana, 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 $66.39M trade volume indicates substantial economic integration with room for expansion in emerging sectors.

Significant Partnership

Executive Summary: Cambodia-Botswana Trade Relationship

Key Trade Highlights 2023

  • Total Trade Volume: $66.39 millionrepresenting a significant bilateral economic relationship
  • Trade Balance: Cambodia maintains a deficit of $66.39 million
  • Export Focus: Cambodia's primary exports include cases and containers: n.e.c. in heading 4202, with outer surface of sheeting of plastics or of textile materials, footwear: (other than sportswear), with outer soles of rubber or plastics and uppers of textile materials, t-shirts, singlets and other vests: of textile materials (other than cotton), knitted or crocheted
  • Import Dependencies: Key imports from Botswana include diamonds: industrial, (other than unworked or simply sawn, cleaved or bruted), but not mounted or set, diamonds: non-industrial, (other than unworked or simply sawn, cleaved or bruted), but not mounted or set, diamonds: non-industrial, unworked or simply sawn, cleaved or bruted, but not mounted or set

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 $66.39M 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 Cambodia leveraging its comparative advantages in cases and containers: n.e.c. in heading 4202, with outer surface of sheeting of plastics or of textile materials.

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

Cambodia's specialization in cases and containers: n.e.c. in heading 4202, with outer surface of sheeting of plastics or of textile materialscomplements Botswana's demand patterns, creating natural trade synergies.

2

Supply Chain Integration

Deep integration in global value chains has strengthened bilateral linkages, particularly in diamonds: industrial, (other than unworked or simply sawn, cleaved or bruted), but not mounted or set.

3

Market Access & Trade Policy

Favorable trade agreements and market access conditions have facilitated the growth of this $66.39M bilateral relationship.

Trade Pattern Insights

Trade ComplementarityAsymmetric
Seasonal VariationsModerate
Product ConcentrationMedium
Market DependencyHigh
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Trade Relationship Outlook

The $66.39M 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 $66.39 million bilateral trade volume represents a important trade relationshipfor both economies.

Economic Significance: Moderate
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Industrial Integration

Trade flows in cases and containers: n.e.c. in heading 4202, with outer surface of sheeting of plastics or of textile materials and diamonds: industrial, (other than unworked or simply sawn, cleaved or bruted), but not mounted or set demonstrate deep industrial linkages and supply chain integration.

Supply Chain Integration: Specialized
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Trade Balance Effects

Cambodia's trade deficit of $66.39 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 footwear: (other than sportswear), with outer soles of rubber or plastics and uppers of textile materials present expansion opportunities.
Market Diversification
Beyond current focus on diamonds: industrial, (other than unworked or simply sawn, cleaved or bruted), but not mounted or set, 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 cases and containers: n.e.c. in heading 4202, with outer surface of sheeting of plastics or of textile materials 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 Cambodia and Botswana represents a total trade volume of $66.39 million in 2023. This partnership demonstrates an unfavorable trade balance for Cambodia, with imports exceeding exportsby $66.39 million.

Export Strengths

Cambodia's exports to Botswana total $0.00, with competitive advantages in cases and containers: n.e.c. in heading 4202, with outer surface of sheeting of plastics or of textile materials, representing $1,475 orInfinity% of bilateral exports.

Import Dependencies

Imports from Botswana amount to $66.39 million, highlighting economic interdependence in diamonds: industrial, (other than unworked or simply sawn, cleaved or bruted), but not mounted or set, with Diamonds: industrial, (other than unworked or simply sawn, cleaved or bruted), but not mounted or set comprising50.6% of total imports.

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