Eswatini-Sri Lanka Bilateral Trade Analysis 2023

Complete trade statistics: $0 total volume •Eswatini surplus: $0

EswatiniSri Lanka

$0

Exports (2023)

Sri LankaEswatini

$0

Imports (2023)

Trade Balance

$0

Surplus for Eswatini

Total Trade

$0

Combined Volume

Trade Flow Visualization

Direct trade relationship between Eswatini and Sri Lanka. Green line shows exports from Eswatini, red line shows imports.

Detailed Product Trade Analysis

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

EswatiniSri Lanka Exports

$0
2023 Total

Export Market Intelligence

Product Diversity:
Specialized Focus
Market Share:
Infinity% top product
1Tobacco, (not stemmed or stripped)
$1.85M
Infinity% of exports
2Boards, panels, consoles, desks and other bases: for electric control or the distribution of electricity, (other than switching apparatus of heading no. 8517), for a voltage not exceeding 1000 volts
$987,071
Infinity% of exports
3Metals: gold, non-monetary, unwrought (but not powder)
$203,369
Infinity% of exports
4Microscopes, compound optical: (other than stereoscopic and microscopes for photomicrography, cinephotomicrography or microprojection)
$178,390
Infinity% of exports
5Vitamins: D- or DL-pantothenic acid (vitamin B3 or vitamin B5) and its derivatives, unmixed
$166,482
Infinity% of exports

🎯 Strategic Export Focus

Eswatini's export portfolio to Sri Lanka demonstrates strategic specialization, with tobacco, (not stemmed or stripped) representing a key competitive advantage in this bilateral market.

Sri LankaEswatini Imports

$0
2023 Total

Import Dependency Profile

Supply Diversity:
Concentrated
Critical Imports:
Infinity% concentration
1Vegetable oils: coconut (copra) oil and its fractions, other than crude, whether or not refined, but not chemically modified
$274,183
Infinity% of imports
2Water sport equipment: water-skis, surf-boards and other water-sport equipment, excluding sailboards
$228,289
Infinity% of imports
3Parts of electronic integrated circuits
$210,126
Infinity% of imports
4Dresses: women's or girls', of synthetic fibres, knitted or crocheted
$197,558
Infinity% of imports
5Rubber: vulcanised (other than hard rubber), surgical gloves
$140,993
Infinity% of imports

📦 Import Strategy Analysis

Eswatini's import pattern from Sri Lanka reveals strategic sourcingin vegetable oils: coconut (copra) oil and its fractions, other than crude, whether or not refined, but not chemically modified, highlighting complementary economic structures and potential supply chain optimization opportunities.

Competitive Trade Position Analysis

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Market Leadership

Eswatini demonstrates competitive strength in exportingtobacco, (not stemmed or stripped) to Sri Lanka, leveraging comparative advantages.

Export Leader in 5+ Categories
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Trade Complementarity

The bilateral relationship showsperfectcomplementarity, with each country specializing in different sectors.

Specialized Exchange
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Growth Potential

The $0 trade volume indicates substantial economic integration with room for expansion in emerging sectors.

Significant Partnership

Executive Summary: Eswatini-Sri Lanka Trade Relationship

Key Trade Highlights 2023

  • Total Trade Volume: $0.00representing a significant bilateral economic relationship
  • Trade Balance: Eswatini maintains a surplus of $0.00
  • Export Focus: Eswatini's primary exports include tobacco, (not stemmed or stripped), boards, panels, consoles, desks and other bases: for electric control or the distribution of electricity, (other than switching apparatus of heading no. 8517), for a voltage not exceeding 1000 volts, metals: gold, non-monetary, unwrought (but not powder)
  • Import Dependencies: Key imports from Sri Lanka include vegetable oils: coconut (copra) oil and its fractions, other than crude, whether or not refined, but not chemically modified, water sport equipment: water-skis, surf-boards and other water-sport equipment, excluding sailboards, parts of electronic integrated circuits

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 $0 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 Eswatini leveraging its comparative advantages in tobacco, (not stemmed or stripped).

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

Eswatini's specialization in tobacco, (not stemmed or stripped)complements Sri Lanka's demand patterns, creating natural trade synergies.

2

Supply Chain Integration

Deep integration in global value chains has strengthened bilateral linkages, particularly in vegetable oils: coconut (copra) oil and its fractions, other than crude, whether or not refined, but not chemically modified.

3

Market Access & Trade Policy

Favorable trade agreements and market access conditions have facilitated the growth of this $0 bilateral relationship.

Trade Pattern Insights

Trade ComplementarityBalanced
Seasonal VariationsModerate
Product ConcentrationMedium
Market DependencyModerate
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Trade Relationship Outlook

The $0 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 $0.00 bilateral trade volume represents a important trade relationshipfor both economies.

Economic Significance: Moderate
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Industrial Integration

Trade flows in tobacco, (not stemmed or stripped) and vegetable oils: coconut (copra) oil and its fractions, other than crude, whether or not refined, but not chemically modified demonstrate deep industrial linkages and supply chain integration.

Supply Chain Integration: Specialized
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Trade Balance Effects

Eswatini's trade surplus of $0.00 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 boards, panels, consoles, desks and other bases: for electric control or the distribution of electricity, (other than switching apparatus of heading no. 8517), for a voltage not exceeding 1000 volts present expansion opportunities.
Market Diversification
Beyond current focus on vegetable oils: coconut (copra) oil and its fractions, other than crude, whether or not refined, but not chemically modified, new product categories offer potential for trade expansion.

⚠️Risk Factors

Supply Chain Vulnerabilities
Moderate concentration in key sectors requires monitoring
Market Competition
Global competition in tobacco, (not stemmed or stripped) 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 Eswatini and Sri Lanka represents a total trade volume of $0.00 in 2023. This partnership demonstrates a favorable trade balance for Eswatini, with exports exceeding importsby $0.00.

Export Strengths

Eswatini's exports to Sri Lanka total $0.00, with competitive advantages in tobacco, (not stemmed or stripped), representing $1.85M orInfinity% of bilateral exports.

Import Dependencies

Imports from Sri Lanka amount to $0.00, highlighting economic interdependence in vegetable oils: coconut (copra) oil and its fractions, other than crude, whether or not refined, but not chemically modified, with Vegetable oils: coconut (copra) oil and its fractions, other than crude, whether or not refined, but not chemically modified comprisingInfinity% of total imports.

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