Djibouti-Pakistan Bilateral Trade Analysis 2023

Complete trade statistics: $101.39M total volume •Djibouti deficit: $101.39M

DjiboutiPakistan

$0

Exports (2023)

PakistanDjibouti

$101.39M

Imports (2023)

Trade Balance

$101.39M

Deficit for Djibouti

Total Trade

$101.39M

Combined Volume

Trade Flow Visualization

Direct trade relationship between Djibouti and Pakistan. Green line shows exports from Djibouti, red line shows imports.

Detailed Product Trade Analysis

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

DjiboutiPakistan Exports

$0
2023 Total

Export Market Intelligence

Product Diversity:
Specialized Focus
Market Share:
Infinity% top product
1Soya beans: other than seed, whether or not broken
$69,707
Infinity% of exports
2Hides and skins: raw, of animals n.e.c. in this chapter, fresh, salted, dried, limed, pickled or otherwise preserved, (but not tanned, parchment-dressed or further prepared), whether or not dehaired or split
$14,454
Infinity% of exports
3Reagents: diagnostic or laboratory reagents on a backing and prepared diagnostic or laboratory reagents whether or not on a backing, other than those of heading no. 3002 or 3006: certified reference material
$409
Infinity% of exports
4Residual products of the chemical or allied industries, not elsewhere specified or included: sewage sludge
$245
Infinity% of exports

🎯 Strategic Export Focus

Djibouti's export portfolio to Pakistan demonstrates strategic specialization, with soya beans: other than seed, whether or not broken representing a key competitive advantage in this bilateral market.

PakistanDjibouti Imports

$101.39M
2023 Total

Import Dependency Profile

Supply Diversity:
Concentrated
Critical Imports:
73.1% concentration
1Cereals: rice, broken
$74.11M
73.1% of imports
2Cereals: rice, semi-milled or wholly milled, whether or not polished or glazed
$5.60M
5.5% of imports
3Sugars: sucrose, chemically pure, in solid form, not containing added flavouring or colouring matter
$5.42M
5.3% of imports
4Fabrics, woven: containing 85% or more by weight of cotton, dyed, 3-thread or 4-thread twill, including cross twill, weighing more than 200g/m2
$1.74M
1.7% of imports
5Fabrics, woven: containing 85% or more by weight of cotton, dyed, of weaves n.e.c. in item no. 5208.3 weighing not more than 200g/m2
$1.73M
1.7% of imports

📦 Import Strategy Analysis

Djibouti's import pattern from Pakistan reveals significant dependencyin cereals: rice, broken, highlighting complementary economic structures and potential supply chain optimization opportunities.

Competitive Trade Position Analysis

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Market Leadership

Djibouti demonstrates competitive strength in exportingsoya beans: other than seed, whether or not broken to Pakistan, leveraging comparative advantages.

Export Leader in 4+ 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 $101.39M trade volume indicates substantial economic integration with room for expansion in emerging sectors.

Significant Partnership

Executive Summary: Djibouti-Pakistan Trade Relationship

Key Trade Highlights 2023

  • Total Trade Volume: $101.39 millionrepresenting a significant bilateral economic relationship
  • Trade Balance: Djibouti maintains a deficit of $101.39 million
  • Export Focus: Djibouti's primary exports include soya beans: other than seed, whether or not broken, hides and skins: raw, of animals n.e.c. in this chapter, fresh, salted, dried, limed, pickled or otherwise preserved, (but not tanned, parchment-dressed or further prepared), whether or not dehaired or split, reagents: diagnostic or laboratory reagents on a backing and prepared diagnostic or laboratory reagents whether or not on a backing, other than those of heading no. 3002 or 3006: certified reference material
  • Import Dependencies: Key imports from Pakistan include cereals: rice, broken, cereals: rice, semi-milled or wholly milled, whether or not polished or glazed, sugars: sucrose, chemically pure, in solid form, not containing added flavouring or colouring matter

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 $101.39M 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 Djibouti leveraging its comparative advantages in soya beans: other than seed, whether or not broken.

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

Djibouti's specialization in soya beans: other than seed, whether or not brokencomplements Pakistan's demand patterns, creating natural trade synergies.

2

Supply Chain Integration

Deep integration in global value chains has strengthened bilateral linkages, particularly in cereals: rice, broken.

3

Market Access & Trade Policy

Favorable trade agreements and market access conditions have facilitated the growth of this $101.39M bilateral relationship.

Trade Pattern Insights

Trade ComplementarityAsymmetric
Seasonal VariationsModerate
Product ConcentrationMedium
Market DependencyHigh
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Trade Relationship Outlook

The $101.39M 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 $101.39 million bilateral trade volume represents a important trade relationshipfor both economies.

Economic Significance: Moderate
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Industrial Integration

Trade flows in soya beans: other than seed, whether or not broken and cereals: rice, broken demonstrate deep industrial linkages and supply chain integration.

Supply Chain Integration: Specialized
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Trade Balance Effects

Djibouti's trade deficit of $101.39 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 hides and skins: raw, of animals n.e.c. in this chapter, fresh, salted, dried, limed, pickled or otherwise preserved, (but not tanned, parchment-dressed or further prepared), whether or not dehaired or split present expansion opportunities.
Market Diversification
Beyond current focus on cereals: rice, 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 soya beans: other than seed, whether or not broken 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 Djibouti and Pakistan represents a total trade volume of $101.39 million in 2023. This partnership demonstrates an unfavorable trade balance for Djibouti, with imports exceeding exportsby $101.39 million.

Export Strengths

Djibouti's exports to Pakistan total $0.00, with competitive advantages in soya beans: other than seed, whether or not broken, representing $69,707 orInfinity% of bilateral exports.

Import Dependencies

Imports from Pakistan amount to $101.39 million, highlighting economic interdependence in cereals: rice, broken, with Cereals: rice, broken comprising73.1% of total imports.

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