Eritrea-Ghana Bilateral Trade Analysis 2023

Complete trade statistics: $614,120 total volume •Eritrea surplus: $614,120

EritreaGhana

$614,120

Exports (2023)

GhanaEritrea

$0

Imports (2023)

Trade Balance

$614,120

Surplus for Eritrea

Total Trade

$614,120

Combined Volume

Trade Flow Visualization

Direct trade relationship between Eritrea and Ghana. Green line shows exports from Eritrea, red line shows imports.

Detailed Product Trade Analysis

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

EritreaGhana Exports

$614,120
2023 Total

Export Market Intelligence

Product Diversity:
Specialized Focus
Market Share:
75.2% top product
1Wheat or meslin flour
$461,929
75.2% of exports
2Boring or sinking machinery: parts of the machinery of item no. 8430.41 or 8430.41
$41,288
6.7% of exports
3Tools, hand: vices, clamps and the like
$19,737
3.2% of exports
4Engines: compression-ignition internal combustion piston engines (diesel or semi-diesel engines), of a kind used for other than marine propulsion or the vehicles of chapter 87
$12,573
2.0% of exports
5Footwear: with outer soles and uppers of rubber or plastics, upper straps or thongs assembled to the sole by plugs
$9,063
1.5% of exports

🎯 Strategic Export Focus

Eritrea's export portfolio to Ghana demonstrates strategic specialization, with wheat or meslin flour representing a key competitive advantage in this bilateral market.

GhanaEritrea Imports

$0
2023 Total

Import Dependency Profile

Supply Diversity:
Concentrated
Critical Imports:
Infinity% concentration
1Plastics n.e.c. in heading no. 3915: waste, parings and scrap
$22,348
Infinity% of imports
2Medical, surgical or dental instruments and appliances: n.e.c. in heading no. 9018
$1,698
Infinity% of imports

📦 Import Strategy Analysis

Eritrea's import pattern from Ghana reveals significant dependencyin plastics n.e.c. in heading no. 3915: waste, parings and scrap, highlighting complementary economic structures and potential supply chain optimization opportunities.

Competitive Trade Position Analysis

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Market Leadership

Eritrea demonstrates competitive strength in exportingwheat or meslin flour to Ghana, 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 $614,120 trade volume indicates substantial economic integration with room for expansion in emerging sectors.

Significant Partnership

Executive Summary: Eritrea-Ghana Trade Relationship

Key Trade Highlights 2023

  • Total Trade Volume: $614.12 thousandrepresenting a significant bilateral economic relationship
  • Trade Balance: Eritrea maintains a surplus of $614.12 thousand
  • Export Focus: Eritrea's primary exports include wheat or meslin flour, boring or sinking machinery: parts of the machinery of item no. 8430.41 or 8430.41, tools, hand: vices, clamps and the like
  • Import Dependencies: Key imports from Ghana include plastics n.e.c. in heading no. 3915: waste, parings and scrap, medical, surgical or dental instruments and appliances: n.e.c. in heading no. 9018

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 $614,120 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 Eritrea leveraging its comparative advantages in wheat or meslin flour.

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

Eritrea's specialization in wheat or meslin flourcomplements Ghana's demand patterns, creating natural trade synergies.

2

Supply Chain Integration

Deep integration in global value chains has strengthened bilateral linkages, particularly in plastics n.e.c. in heading no. 3915: waste, parings and scrap.

3

Market Access & Trade Policy

Favorable trade agreements and market access conditions have facilitated the growth of this $614,120 bilateral relationship.

Trade Pattern Insights

Trade ComplementarityAsymmetric
Seasonal VariationsModerate
Product ConcentrationMedium
Market DependencyHigh
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Trade Relationship Outlook

The $614,120 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 $614.12 thousand bilateral trade volume represents a important trade relationshipfor both economies.

Economic Significance: Moderate
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Industrial Integration

Trade flows in wheat or meslin flour and plastics n.e.c. in heading no. 3915: waste, parings and scrap demonstrate deep industrial linkages and supply chain integration.

Supply Chain Integration: Specialized
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Trade Balance Effects

Eritrea's trade surplus of $614.12 thousand 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 boring or sinking machinery: parts of the machinery of item no. 8430.41 or 8430.41 present expansion opportunities.
Market Diversification
Beyond current focus on plastics n.e.c. in heading no. 3915: waste, parings and scrap, 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 wheat or meslin flour 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 Eritrea and Ghana represents a total trade volume of $614.12 thousand in 2023. This partnership demonstrates a favorable trade balance for Eritrea, with exports exceeding importsby $614.12 thousand.

Export Strengths

Eritrea's exports to Ghana total $614.12 thousand, with competitive advantages in wheat or meslin flour, representing $461,929 or75.2% of bilateral exports.

Import Dependencies

Imports from Ghana amount to $0.00, highlighting economic interdependence in plastics n.e.c. in heading no. 3915: waste, parings and scrap, with Plastics n.e.c. in heading no. 3915: waste, parings and scrap comprisingInfinity% of total imports.

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