Eritrea-Switzerland Bilateral Trade Analysis 2023

Complete trade statistics: $182,734 total volume •Eritrea surplus: $182,734

EritreaSwitzerland

$182,734

Exports (2023)

SwitzerlandEritrea

$0

Imports (2023)

Trade Balance

$182,734

Surplus for Eritrea

Total Trade

$182,734

Combined Volume

Trade Flow Visualization

Direct trade relationship between Eritrea and Switzerland. 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-Switzerland commercial relationship and competitive positioning in global markets.

EritreaSwitzerland Exports

$182,734
2023 Total

Export Market Intelligence

Product Diversity:
Specialized Focus
Market Share:
34.5% top product
1Dresses: women's or girls', of textile materials n.e.c. in item no. 6204.4 (not knitted or crocheted)
$63,109
34.5% of exports
2Trousers, bib and brace overalls, breeches and shorts: men's or boys', of cotton (not knitted or crocheted)
$27,623
15.1% of exports
3Beer: made from malt
$23,829
13.0% of exports
4Liqueurs and cordials
$21,576
11.8% of exports
5Shirts: men's or boys', of textile materials n.e.c. in heading no. 6205 (not knitted or crocheted)
$17,991
9.8% of exports

🎯 Strategic Export Focus

Eritrea's export portfolio to Switzerland demonstrates strategic specialization, with dresses: women's or girls', of textile materials n.e.c. in item no. 6204.4 (not knitted or crocheted) representing a key competitive advantage in this bilateral market.

SwitzerlandEritrea Imports

$0
2023 Total

Import Dependency Profile

Supply Diversity:
Concentrated
Critical Imports:
Infinity% concentration
1Iron or steel: structures and parts thereof, n.e.c. in heading 7308
$141,659
Infinity% of imports
2Food preparations: pasta (excluding stuffed), cooked or otherwise prepared
$65,453
Infinity% of imports
3Wood: not of bamboo, articles n.e.c. in heading no. 4414 to 4420 (excluding clothes hangers)
$44,503
Infinity% of imports
4Furniture: wooden, other than for office, kitchen or bedroom use
$28,749
Infinity% of imports
5Surveying equipment: theodolites and tacheometers
$17,473
Infinity% of imports

📦 Import Strategy Analysis

Eritrea's import pattern from Switzerland reveals significant dependencyin iron or steel: structures and parts thereof, n.e.c. in heading 7308, 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 exportingdresses: women's or girls', of textile materials n.e.c. in item no. 6204.4 (not knitted or crocheted) to Switzerland, 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 $182,734 trade volume indicates substantial economic integration with room for expansion in emerging sectors.

Significant Partnership

Executive Summary: Eritrea-Switzerland Trade Relationship

Key Trade Highlights 2023

  • Total Trade Volume: $182.73 thousandrepresenting a significant bilateral economic relationship
  • Trade Balance: Eritrea maintains a surplus of $182.73 thousand
  • Export Focus: Eritrea's primary exports include dresses: women's or girls', of textile materials n.e.c. in item no. 6204.4 (not knitted or crocheted), trousers, bib and brace overalls, breeches and shorts: men's or boys', of cotton (not knitted or crocheted), beer: made from malt
  • Import Dependencies: Key imports from Switzerland include iron or steel: structures and parts thereof, n.e.c. in heading 7308, food preparations: pasta (excluding stuffed), cooked or otherwise prepared, wood: not of bamboo, articles n.e.c. in heading no. 4414 to 4420 (excluding clothes hangers)

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 $182,734 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 dresses: women's or girls', of textile materials n.e.c. in item no. 6204.4 (not 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

Eritrea's specialization in dresses: women's or girls', of textile materials n.e.c. in item no. 6204.4 (not knitted or crocheted)complements Switzerland's demand patterns, creating natural trade synergies.

2

Supply Chain Integration

Deep integration in global value chains has strengthened bilateral linkages, particularly in iron or steel: structures and parts thereof, n.e.c. in heading 7308.

3

Market Access & Trade Policy

Favorable trade agreements and market access conditions have facilitated the growth of this $182,734 bilateral relationship.

Trade Pattern Insights

Trade ComplementarityAsymmetric
Seasonal VariationsModerate
Product ConcentrationMedium
Market DependencyHigh
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Trade Relationship Outlook

The $182,734 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 $182.73 thousand bilateral trade volume represents a important trade relationshipfor both economies.

Economic Significance: Moderate
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Industrial Integration

Trade flows in dresses: women's or girls', of textile materials n.e.c. in item no. 6204.4 (not knitted or crocheted) and iron or steel: structures and parts thereof, n.e.c. in heading 7308 demonstrate deep industrial linkages and supply chain integration.

Supply Chain Integration: Specialized
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Trade Balance Effects

Eritrea's trade surplus of $182.73 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 trousers, bib and brace overalls, breeches and shorts: men's or boys', of cotton (not knitted or crocheted) present expansion opportunities.
Market Diversification
Beyond current focus on iron or steel: structures and parts thereof, n.e.c. in heading 7308, 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 dresses: women's or girls', of textile materials n.e.c. in item no. 6204.4 (not 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 Eritrea and Switzerland represents a total trade volume of $182.73 thousand in 2023. This partnership demonstrates a favorable trade balance for Eritrea, with exports exceeding importsby $182.73 thousand.

Export Strengths

Eritrea's exports to Switzerland total $182.73 thousand, with competitive advantages in dresses: women's or girls', of textile materials n.e.c. in item no. 6204.4 (not knitted or crocheted), representing $63,109 or34.5% of bilateral exports.

Import Dependencies

Imports from Switzerland amount to $0.00, highlighting economic interdependence in iron or steel: structures and parts thereof, n.e.c. in heading 7308, with Iron or steel: structures and parts thereof, n.e.c. in heading 7308 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