Canada-Latvia Bilateral Trade Analysis 2023

Complete trade statistics: $321.42M total volume •Canada surplus: $321.42M

CanadaLatvia

$321.42M

Exports (2023)

LatviaCanada

$0

Imports (2023)

Trade Balance

$321.42M

Surplus for Canada

Total Trade

$321.42M

Combined Volume

Trade Flow Visualization

Direct trade relationship between Canada and Latvia. Green line shows exports from Canada, red line shows imports.

Detailed Product Trade Analysis

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

CanadaLatvia Exports

$321.42M
2023 Total

Export Market Intelligence

Product Diversity:
Specialized Focus
Market Share:
84.3% top product
1Aeroplanes and other aircraft: of an unladen weight exceeding 15,000kg
$270.95M
84.3% of exports
2Turbo-jets: of a thrust exceeding 25kN
$11.93M
3.7% of exports
3Copper mattes: cement copper (precipitated copper)
$8.72M
2.7% of exports
4Machinery: parts of machinery for soil preparation or cultivation or for rollers for lawns or sports-grounds
$5.89M
1.8% of exports
5Aircraft and spacecraft: parts of aeroplanes or helicopters n.e.c. in heading no. 8803
$2.90M
0.9% of exports

🎯 Strategic Export Focus

Canada's export portfolio to Latvia demonstrates strategic specialization, with aeroplanes and other aircraft: of an unladen weight exceeding 15,000kg representing a key competitive advantage in this bilateral market.

LatviaCanada Imports

$0
2023 Total

Import Dependency Profile

Supply Diversity:
Concentrated
Critical Imports:
Infinity% concentration
1Oil seeds: low erucic acid rape or colza seeds, whether or not broken
$10.90M
Infinity% of imports
2Vodka
$7.48M
Infinity% of imports
3Cranes: portal or pedestal jib cranes
$6.13M
Infinity% of imports
4Plywood: with sheets of wood only: not bamboo: each ply 6mm or less, with at least one outer ply of alder, ash, beech, birch, cherry, chestnut, elm, eucalyptus, hickory, horse chestnut, lime, maple, oak, plane, poplar, aspen, robinia, tulipwood or walnut
$5.64M
Infinity% of imports
5Communication apparatus (excluding telephone sets or base stations): machines for the reception, conversion and transmission or regeneration of voice, images or other data, including switching and routing apparatus
$5.60M
Infinity% of imports

📦 Import Strategy Analysis

Canada's import pattern from Latvia reveals significant dependencyin oil seeds: low erucic acid rape or colza seeds, whether or not broken, highlighting complementary economic structures and potential supply chain optimization opportunities.

Competitive Trade Position Analysis

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Market Leadership

Canada demonstrates competitive strength in exportingaeroplanes and other aircraft: of an unladen weight exceeding 15,000kg to Latvia, 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 $321.42M trade volume indicates substantial economic integration with room for expansion in emerging sectors.

Significant Partnership

Executive Summary: Canada-Latvia Trade Relationship

Key Trade Highlights 2023

  • Total Trade Volume: $321.42 millionrepresenting a significant bilateral economic relationship
  • Trade Balance: Canada maintains a surplus of $321.42 million
  • Export Focus: Canada's primary exports include aeroplanes and other aircraft: of an unladen weight exceeding 15,000kg, turbo-jets: of a thrust exceeding 25kn, copper mattes: cement copper (precipitated copper)
  • Import Dependencies: Key imports from Latvia include oil seeds: low erucic acid rape or colza seeds, whether or not broken, vodka, cranes: portal or pedestal jib cranes

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 $321.42M 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 Canada leveraging its comparative advantages in aeroplanes and other aircraft: of an unladen weight exceeding 15,000kg.

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

Canada's specialization in aeroplanes and other aircraft: of an unladen weight exceeding 15,000kgcomplements Latvia's demand patterns, creating natural trade synergies.

2

Supply Chain Integration

Deep integration in global value chains has strengthened bilateral linkages, particularly in oil seeds: low erucic acid rape or colza seeds, whether or not broken.

3

Market Access & Trade Policy

Favorable trade agreements and market access conditions have facilitated the growth of this $321.42M bilateral relationship.

Trade Pattern Insights

Trade ComplementarityAsymmetric
Seasonal VariationsModerate
Product ConcentrationMedium
Market DependencyHigh
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Trade Relationship Outlook

The $321.42M 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 $321.42 million bilateral trade volume represents a important trade relationshipfor both economies.

Economic Significance: Moderate
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Industrial Integration

Trade flows in aeroplanes and other aircraft: of an unladen weight exceeding 15,000kg and oil seeds: low erucic acid rape or colza seeds, whether or not broken demonstrate deep industrial linkages and supply chain integration.

Supply Chain Integration: Specialized
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Trade Balance Effects

Canada's trade surplus of $321.42 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 turbo-jets: of a thrust exceeding 25kn present expansion opportunities.
Market Diversification
Beyond current focus on oil seeds: low erucic acid rape or colza seeds, whether or not broken, 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 aeroplanes and other aircraft: of an unladen weight exceeding 15,000kg 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 Canada and Latvia represents a total trade volume of $321.42 million in 2023. This partnership demonstrates a favorable trade balance for Canada, with exports exceeding importsby $321.42 million.

Export Strengths

Canada's exports to Latvia total $321.42 million, with competitive advantages in aeroplanes and other aircraft: of an unladen weight exceeding 15,000kg, representing $270.95M or84.3% of bilateral exports.

Import Dependencies

Imports from Latvia amount to $0.00, highlighting economic interdependence in oil seeds: low erucic acid rape or colza seeds, whether or not broken, with Oil seeds: low erucic acid rape or colza seeds, whether or not broken comprisingInfinity% of total imports.

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