Ethiopia-Indonesia Bilateral Trade Analysis 2023

Complete trade statistics: $254.21M total volume •Ethiopia deficit: $254.21M

EthiopiaIndonesia

$0

Exports (2023)

IndonesiaEthiopia

$254.21M

Imports (2023)

Trade Balance

$254.21M

Deficit for Ethiopia

Total Trade

$254.21M

Combined Volume

Trade Flow Visualization

Direct trade relationship between Ethiopia and Indonesia. Green line shows exports from Ethiopia, red line shows imports.

Detailed Product Trade Analysis

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

EthiopiaIndonesia Exports

$0
2023 Total

Export Market Intelligence

Product Diversity:
Specialized Focus
Market Share:
Infinity% top product
1Vegetables, leguminous: beans of the species vigna mungo (l.) hepper or vigna radiata (l.) wilczek, shelled, whether or not skinned or split, dried
$15.33M
Infinity% of exports
2Vegetables, leguminous: n.e.c. in heading no. 0713, shelled, whether or not skinned or split, dried
$15.17M
Infinity% of exports
3Skins: raw, of sheep or lambs, pickled (but not tanned, parchment-dressed or further preserved), without wool on
$4.68M
Infinity% of exports
4Vegetables, leguminous: peas (pisum sativum), shelled, whether or not skinned or split, dried
$1.69M
Infinity% of exports
5Vegetables, leguminous: chickpeas (garbanzos), shelled, whether or not skinned or split, dried
$1.50M
Infinity% of exports

🎯 Strategic Export Focus

Ethiopia's export portfolio to Indonesia demonstrates strategic specialization, with vegetables, leguminous: beans of the species vigna mungo (l.) hepper or vigna radiata (l.) wilczek, shelled, whether or not skinned or split, dried representing a key competitive advantage in this bilateral market.

IndonesiaEthiopia Imports

$254.21M
2023 Total

Import Dependency Profile

Supply Diversity:
Concentrated
Critical Imports:
36.6% concentration
1Vegetable oils: palm oil and its fractions, other than crude, whether or not refined, but not chemically modified
$93.06M
36.6% of imports
2Soap: in forms n.e.c. in item no. 3401.11
$19.04M
7.5% of imports
3Acids: saturated acyclic monocarboxylic acids: palmitic acid, stearic acid, their salts and esters
$12.02M
4.7% of imports
4Vehicles: with only spark-ignition internal combustion reciprocating piston engine, cylinder capacity over 1000 but not over 1500cc
$10.85M
4.3% of imports
5Uncoated paper and paperboard (not 4801 or 4803): over 10% by weight of mechanical or chemi-mechanical processed fibre, in rolls
$9.77M
3.8% of imports

📦 Import Strategy Analysis

Ethiopia's import pattern from Indonesia reveals significant dependencyin vegetable oils: palm 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

Ethiopia demonstrates competitive strength in exportingvegetables, leguminous: beans of the species vigna mungo (l.) hepper or vigna radiata (l.) wilczek, shelled, whether or not skinned or split, dried to Indonesia, 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 $254.21M trade volume indicates substantial economic integration with room for expansion in emerging sectors.

Significant Partnership

Executive Summary: Ethiopia-Indonesia Trade Relationship

Key Trade Highlights 2023

  • Total Trade Volume: $254.21 millionrepresenting a significant bilateral economic relationship
  • Trade Balance: Ethiopia maintains a deficit of $254.21 million
  • Export Focus: Ethiopia's primary exports include vegetables, leguminous: beans of the species vigna mungo (l.) hepper or vigna radiata (l.) wilczek, shelled, whether or not skinned or split, dried, vegetables, leguminous: n.e.c. in heading no. 0713, shelled, whether or not skinned or split, dried, skins: raw, of sheep or lambs, pickled (but not tanned, parchment-dressed or further preserved), without wool on
  • Import Dependencies: Key imports from Indonesia include vegetable oils: palm oil and its fractions, other than crude, whether or not refined, but not chemically modified, soap: in forms n.e.c. in item no. 3401.11, acids: saturated acyclic monocarboxylic acids: palmitic acid, stearic acid, their salts and esters

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 $254.21M 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 Ethiopia leveraging its comparative advantages in vegetables, leguminous: beans of the species vigna mungo (l.) hepper or vigna radiata (l.) wilczek, shelled, whether or not skinned or split, dried.

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

Ethiopia's specialization in vegetables, leguminous: beans of the species vigna mungo (l.) hepper or vigna radiata (l.) wilczek, shelled, whether or not skinned or split, driedcomplements Indonesia'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: palm 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 $254.21M bilateral relationship.

Trade Pattern Insights

Trade ComplementarityAsymmetric
Seasonal VariationsModerate
Product ConcentrationMedium
Market DependencyHigh
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Trade Relationship Outlook

The $254.21M 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 $254.21 million bilateral trade volume represents a important trade relationshipfor both economies.

Economic Significance: Moderate
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Industrial Integration

Trade flows in vegetables, leguminous: beans of the species vigna mungo (l.) hepper or vigna radiata (l.) wilczek, shelled, whether or not skinned or split, dried and vegetable oils: palm 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

Ethiopia's trade deficit of $254.21 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 vegetables, leguminous: n.e.c. in heading no. 0713, shelled, whether or not skinned or split, dried present expansion opportunities.
Market Diversification
Beyond current focus on vegetable oils: palm 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
High trade imbalance may create supply chain risks
Market Competition
Global competition in vegetables, leguminous: beans of the species vigna mungo (l.) hepper or vigna radiata (l.) wilczek, shelled, whether or not skinned or split, dried 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 Ethiopia and Indonesia represents a total trade volume of $254.21 million in 2023. This partnership demonstrates an unfavorable trade balance for Ethiopia, with imports exceeding exportsby $254.21 million.

Export Strengths

Ethiopia's exports to Indonesia total $0.00, with competitive advantages in vegetables, leguminous: beans of the species vigna mungo (l.) hepper or vigna radiata (l.) wilczek, shelled, whether or not skinned or split, dried, representing $15.33M orInfinity% of bilateral exports.

Import Dependencies

Imports from Indonesia amount to $254.21 million, highlighting economic interdependence in vegetable oils: palm oil and its fractions, other than crude, whether or not refined, but not chemically modified, with Vegetable oils: palm oil and its fractions, other than crude, whether or not refined, but not chemically modified comprising36.6% of total imports.

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