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Cambodia-United Kingdom Bilateral Trade Analysis 2023

Complete trade statistics: $1.26B total volume •Cambodia surplus: $1.26B

CambodiaUnited Kingdom

$1.26B

Exports (2023)

United KingdomCambodia

$0

Imports (2023)

Trade Balance

$1.26B

Surplus for Cambodia

Total Trade

$1.26B

Combined Volume

Trade Flow Visualization

Direct trade relationship between Cambodia and United Kingdom. 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-United Kingdom commercial relationship and competitive positioning in global markets.

CambodiaUnited Kingdom Exports

$1.26B
2023 Total

Export Market Intelligence

Product Diversity:
Specialized Focus
Market Share:
9.3% top product
1Jerseys, pullovers, cardigans, waistcoats and similar articles: of man-made fibres, knitted or crocheted
$117.21M
9.3% of exports
2Jerseys, pullovers, cardigans, waistcoats and similar articles: of cotton, knitted or crocheted
$93.78M
7.5% of exports
3Trousers, bib and brace overalls, breeches and shorts: women's or girls', of synthetic fibres, knitted or crocheted
$71.37M
5.7% of exports
4Trousers, bib and brace overalls, breeches and shorts: men's or boys', of cotton, knitted or crocheted
$55.28M
4.4% of exports
5T-shirts, singlets and other vests: of textile materials (other than cotton), knitted or crocheted
$48.64M
3.9% of exports

🎯 Strategic Export Focus

Cambodia's export portfolio to United Kingdom demonstrates strategic specialization, with jerseys, pullovers, cardigans, waistcoats and similar articles: of man-made fibres, knitted or crocheted representing a key competitive advantage in this bilateral market.

United KingdomCambodia Imports

$0
2023 Total

Import Dependency Profile

Supply Diversity:
Concentrated
Critical Imports:
Infinity% concentration
1Flours, meals and pellets: of meat or meat offal, greaves
$10.10M
Infinity% of imports
2Vehicles: with only spark-ignition internal combustion reciprocating piston engine, cylinder capacity over 3000cc
$8.59M
Infinity% of imports
3Machines and mechanical appliances: having individual functions, n.e.c. or included in this chapter
$8.22M
Infinity% of imports
4Machine-tools: presses for working metal or metal carbides, n.e.c. in heading no. 8462, other than hydraulic presses
$7.40M
Infinity% of imports
5Flours, meals and pellets: of fish or of crustaceans, molluscs or other aquatic invertebrates
$6.78M
Infinity% of imports

📦 Import Strategy Analysis

Cambodia's import pattern from United Kingdom reveals significant dependencyin flours, meals and pellets: of meat or meat offal, greaves, 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 exportingjerseys, pullovers, cardigans, waistcoats and similar articles: of man-made fibres, knitted or crocheted to United Kingdom, 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 $1.26B trade volume indicates substantial economic integration with room for expansion in emerging sectors.

Significant Partnership

Executive Summary: Cambodia-United Kingdom Trade Relationship

Key Trade Highlights 2023

  • Total Trade Volume: $1.26 billionrepresenting a significant bilateral economic relationship
  • Trade Balance: Cambodia maintains a surplus of $1.26 billion
  • Export Focus: Cambodia's primary exports include jerseys, pullovers, cardigans, waistcoats and similar articles: of man-made fibres, knitted or crocheted, jerseys, pullovers, cardigans, waistcoats and similar articles: of cotton, knitted or crocheted, trousers, bib and brace overalls, breeches and shorts: women's or girls', of synthetic fibres, knitted or crocheted
  • Import Dependencies: Key imports from United Kingdom include flours, meals and pellets: of meat or meat offal, greaves, vehicles: with only spark-ignition internal combustion reciprocating piston engine, cylinder capacity over 3000cc, machines and mechanical appliances: having individual functions, n.e.c. or included in this chapter

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 $1.26B 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 jerseys, pullovers, cardigans, waistcoats and similar articles: of man-made fibres, 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

Cambodia's specialization in jerseys, pullovers, cardigans, waistcoats and similar articles: of man-made fibres, knitted or crochetedcomplements United Kingdom's demand patterns, creating natural trade synergies.

2

Supply Chain Integration

Deep integration in global value chains has strengthened bilateral linkages, particularly in flours, meals and pellets: of meat or meat offal, greaves.

3

Market Access & Trade Policy

Favorable trade agreements and market access conditions have facilitated the growth of this $1.26B bilateral relationship.

Trade Pattern Insights

Trade ComplementarityAsymmetric
Seasonal VariationsModerate
Product ConcentrationMedium
Market DependencyHigh
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Trade Relationship Outlook

The $1.26B 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 $1.26 billion bilateral trade volume represents a important trade relationshipfor both economies.

Economic Significance: Moderate
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Industrial Integration

Trade flows in jerseys, pullovers, cardigans, waistcoats and similar articles: of man-made fibres, knitted or crocheted and flours, meals and pellets: of meat or meat offal, greaves demonstrate deep industrial linkages and supply chain integration.

Supply Chain Integration: Specialized
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Trade Balance Effects

Cambodia's trade surplus of $1.26 billion 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 jerseys, pullovers, cardigans, waistcoats and similar articles: of cotton, knitted or crocheted present expansion opportunities.
Market Diversification
Beyond current focus on flours, meals and pellets: of meat or meat offal, greaves, 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 jerseys, pullovers, cardigans, waistcoats and similar articles: of man-made fibres, 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 Cambodia and United Kingdom represents a total trade volume of $1.26 billion in 2023. This partnership demonstrates a favorable trade balance for Cambodia, with exports exceeding importsby $1.26 billion.

Export Strengths

Cambodia's exports to United Kingdom total $1.26 billion, with competitive advantages in jerseys, pullovers, cardigans, waistcoats and similar articles: of man-made fibres, knitted or crocheted, representing $117.21M or9.3% of bilateral exports.

Import Dependencies

Imports from United Kingdom amount to $0.00, highlighting economic interdependence in flours, meals and pellets: of meat or meat offal, greaves, with Flours, meals and pellets: of meat or meat offal, greaves comprisingInfinity% of total imports.

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