Cambodia-China Bilateral Trade Analysis 2023
Complete trade statistics: $14.20B total volume •Cambodia deficit: $10.45B
Cambodia → China
$1.87B
Exports (2023)
China → Cambodia
$12.32B
Imports (2023)
Trade Balance
$10.45B
Deficit for Cambodia
Total Trade
$14.20B
Combined Volume
Trade Flow Visualization
Direct trade relationship between Cambodia and China. 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-China commercial relationship and competitive positioning in global markets.
Cambodia → China Exports
Export Market Intelligence
🎯 Strategic Export Focus
Cambodia's export portfolio to China demonstrates strong diversification across multiple sectors, with furskins: tanned or dressed, of mink, whole, with or without head, tail or paws, not assembled representing a key competitive advantage in this bilateral market.
China → Cambodia Imports
Import Dependency Profile
📦 Import Strategy Analysis
Cambodia's import pattern from China reveals significant dependencyin electrical apparatus: photosensitive, including photovoltaic cells, whether or not assembled in modules or made up into panels, light-emitting diodes (led), highlighting complementary economic structures and potential supply chain optimization opportunities.
Competitive Trade Position Analysis
Market Leadership
Cambodia demonstrates competitive strength in exportingfurskins: tanned or dressed, of mink, whole, with or without head, tail or paws, not assembled to China, leveraging comparative advantages.
Trade Complementarity
The bilateral relationship showsmoderatecomplementarity, with each country specializing in different sectors.
Growth Potential
The $14.20B trade volume indicates substantial economic integration with room for expansion in emerging sectors.
Executive Summary: Cambodia-China Trade Relationship
Key Trade Highlights 2023
- Total Trade Volume: $14.20 billionrepresenting a significant bilateral economic relationship
- Trade Balance: Cambodia maintains a deficit of $10.45 billion
- Export Focus: Cambodia's primary exports include furskins: tanned or dressed, of mink, whole, with or without head, tail or paws, not assembled, fruit, edible: bananas, other than plantains, fresh or dried, cereals: rice, semi-milled or wholly milled, whether or not polished or glazed
- Import Dependencies: Key imports from China include electrical apparatus: photosensitive, including photovoltaic cells, whether or not assembled in modules or made up into panels, light-emitting diodes (led), fabrics: knitted or crocheted fabrics of a width exceeding 30 cm, other than those of heading 60.01, containing by weight 5% or more of elastomeric yarn but not containing rubber thread, fabrics: knitted or crocheted fabrics, other than those of headings 60.01 to 60.04, of synthetic fibres, dyed
Strategic Trade Indicators
📈 Market Position: This bilateral trade relationship represents a significant global 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 $14.20B 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 furskins: tanned or dressed, of mink, whole, with or without head, tail or paws, not assembled.
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
Comparative Advantage
Cambodia's specialization in furskins: tanned or dressed, of mink, whole, with or without head, tail or paws, not assembledcomplements China's demand patterns, creating natural trade synergies.
Supply Chain Integration
Deep integration in global value chains has strengthened bilateral linkages, particularly in electrical apparatus: photosensitive, including photovoltaic cells, whether or not assembled in modules or made up into panels, light-emitting diodes (led).
Market Access & Trade Policy
Favorable trade agreements and market access conditions have facilitated the growth of this $14.20B bilateral relationship.
Trade Pattern Insights
Trade Relationship Outlook
The $14.20B 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
Trade Volume Impact
The $14.20 billion bilateral trade volume represents a significant economic factorfor both economies.
Industrial Integration
Trade flows in furskins: tanned or dressed, of mink, whole, with or without head, tail or paws, not assembled and electrical apparatus: photosensitive, including photovoltaic cells, whether or not assembled in modules or made up into panels, light-emitting diodes (led) demonstrate deep industrial linkages and supply chain integration.
Trade Balance Effects
Cambodia's trade deficit of $10.45 billion impacts its overall economic position in this bilateral relationship.
Strategic Future Outlook
🚀Growth Opportunities
⚠️Risk Factors
🎯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 China represents a total trade volume of $14.20 billion in 2023. This partnership demonstrates an unfavorable trade balance for Cambodia, with imports exceeding exportsby $10.45 billion.
Export Strengths
Cambodia's exports to China total $1.87 billion, with competitive advantages in furskins: tanned or dressed, of mink, whole, with or without head, tail or paws, not assembled, representing $333.64M or17.8% of bilateral exports.
Import Dependencies
Imports from China amount to $12.32 billion, highlighting economic interdependence in electrical apparatus: photosensitive, including photovoltaic cells, whether or not assembled in modules or made up into panels, light-emitting diodes (led), with Electrical apparatus: photosensitive, including photovoltaic cells, whether or not assembled in modules or made up into panels, light-emitting diodes (LED) comprising7.0% of total imports.
The trade relationship reflects broader economic patterns and comparative advantages. The trade deficit indicates Cambodia's strategic sourcing from China. 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