Fiji-Netherlands Bilateral Trade Analysis 2023

Complete trade statistics: $49.28M total volume •Fiji surplus: $8.34M

FijiNetherlands

$28.81M

Exports (2023)

NetherlandsFiji

$20.47M

Imports (2023)

Trade Balance

$8.34M

Surplus for Fiji

Total Trade

$49.28M

Combined Volume

Trade Flow Visualization

Direct trade relationship between Fiji and Netherlands. Green line shows exports from Fiji, red line shows imports.

Detailed Product Trade Analysis

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

FijiNetherlands Exports

$28.81M
2023 Total

Export Market Intelligence

Product Diversity:
Specialized Focus
Market Share:
86.3% top product
1Sugars: cane sugar, raw, in solid form, other than as specified in Subheading Note 2 to this chapter, not containing added flavouring or colouring matter
$24.87M
86.3% of exports
2Fish fillets: frozen, tunas (of the genus Thunnus), skipjack or stripe-bellied bonito (Euthynnus (Katsuwonus) pelamis)
$1.54M
5.3% of exports
3Fish: frozen, albacore or longfinned tunas (Thunnus alalunga), excluding fillets, fish meat of 0304, and edible fish offal of subheadings 0303.91 to 0303.99
$1.02M
3.5% of exports
4Fruit, nuts and other edible parts of plants: prepared or preserved, whether or not containing added sugar, other sweetening matter or spirit, n.e.c. in heading no. 2008
$518,077
1.8% of exports
5Plastics n.e.c. in heading no. 3915: waste, parings and scrap
$220,596
0.8% of exports

🎯 Strategic Export Focus

Fiji's export portfolio to Netherlands demonstrates strategic specialization, with sugars: cane sugar, raw, in solid form, other than as specified in subheading note 2 to this chapter, not containing added flavouring or colouring matter representing a key competitive advantage in this bilateral market.

NetherlandsFiji Imports

$20.47M
2023 Total

Import Dependency Profile

Supply Diversity:
Concentrated
Critical Imports:
26.3% concentration
1Vegetable preparations: potatoes, prepared or preserved otherwise than by vinegar or acetic acid, frozen
$5.39M
26.3% of imports
2Machinery: industrial, for the preparation of meat or poultry
$4.37M
21.4% of imports
3Navigational instruments and appliances: for aeronautical or space navigation (excluding compasses)
$951,729
4.6% of imports
4Turbines: parts of turbo-jets and turbo-propellers
$858,286
4.2% of imports
5Fork-lift and other works trucks: fitted with lifting or handling equipment, self-propelled by other than electric motor
$534,040
2.6% of imports

📦 Import Strategy Analysis

Fiji's import pattern from Netherlands reveals strategic sourcingin vegetable preparations: potatoes, prepared or preserved otherwise than by vinegar or acetic acid, frozen, highlighting complementary economic structures and potential supply chain optimization opportunities.

Competitive Trade Position Analysis

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Market Leadership

Fiji demonstrates competitive strength in exportingsugars: cane sugar, raw, in solid form, other than as specified in subheading note 2 to this chapter, not containing added flavouring or colouring matter to Netherlands, leveraging comparative advantages.

Export Leader in 5+ Categories
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Trade Complementarity

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

Highly Balanced
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Growth Potential

The $49.28M trade volume indicates substantial economic integration with room for expansion in emerging sectors.

Significant Partnership

Executive Summary: Fiji-Netherlands Trade Relationship

Key Trade Highlights 2023

  • Total Trade Volume: $49.28 millionrepresenting a significant bilateral economic relationship
  • Trade Balance: Fiji maintains a surplus of $8.34 million
  • Export Focus: Fiji's primary exports include sugars: cane sugar, raw, in solid form, other than as specified in subheading note 2 to this chapter, not containing added flavouring or colouring matter, fish fillets: frozen, tunas (of the genus thunnus), skipjack or stripe-bellied bonito (euthynnus (katsuwonus) pelamis), fish: frozen, albacore or longfinned tunas (thunnus alalunga), excluding fillets, fish meat of 0304, and edible fish offal of subheadings 0303.91 to 0303.99
  • Import Dependencies: Key imports from Netherlands include vegetable preparations: potatoes, prepared or preserved otherwise than by vinegar or acetic acid, frozen, machinery: industrial, for the preparation of meat or poultry, navigational instruments and appliances: for aeronautical or space navigation (excluding compasses)

Strategic Trade Indicators

Trade IntensityHigh
Export DiversificationConcentrated
Trade Balance HealthBalanced

📈 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 $49.28M 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 Fiji leveraging its comparative advantages in sugars: cane sugar, raw, in solid form, other than as specified in subheading note 2 to this chapter, not containing added flavouring or colouring matter.

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

Fiji's specialization in sugars: cane sugar, raw, in solid form, other than as specified in subheading note 2 to this chapter, not containing added flavouring or colouring mattercomplements Netherlands's demand patterns, creating natural trade synergies.

2

Supply Chain Integration

Deep integration in global value chains has strengthened bilateral linkages, particularly in vegetable preparations: potatoes, prepared or preserved otherwise than by vinegar or acetic acid, frozen.

3

Market Access & Trade Policy

Favorable trade agreements and market access conditions have facilitated the growth of this $49.28M bilateral relationship.

Trade Pattern Insights

Trade ComplementarityAsymmetric
Seasonal VariationsModerate
Product ConcentrationMedium
Market DependencyModerate
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Trade Relationship Outlook

The $49.28M 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 $49.28 million bilateral trade volume represents a important trade relationshipfor both economies.

Economic Significance: Moderate
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Industrial Integration

Trade flows in sugars: cane sugar, raw, in solid form, other than as specified in subheading note 2 to this chapter, not containing added flavouring or colouring matter and vegetable preparations: potatoes, prepared or preserved otherwise than by vinegar or acetic acid, frozen demonstrate deep industrial linkages and supply chain integration.

Supply Chain Integration: Specialized
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Trade Balance Effects

Fiji's trade surplus of $8.34 million strengthens its overall economic position in this bilateral relationship.

Balance Impact: Well Balanced

Strategic Future Outlook

🚀Growth Opportunities

Emerging Sectors
Technology transfer and innovation cooperation in fish fillets: frozen, tunas (of the genus thunnus), skipjack or stripe-bellied bonito (euthynnus (katsuwonus) pelamis) present expansion opportunities.
Market Diversification
Beyond current focus on vegetable preparations: potatoes, prepared or preserved otherwise than by vinegar or acetic acid, frozen, 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 sugars: cane sugar, raw, in solid form, other than as specified in subheading note 2 to this chapter, not containing added flavouring or colouring matter 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 Fiji and Netherlands represents a total trade volume of $49.28 million in 2023. This partnership demonstrates a favorable trade balance for Fiji, with exports exceeding importsby $8.34 million.

Export Strengths

Fiji's exports to Netherlands total $28.81 million, with competitive advantages in sugars: cane sugar, raw, in solid form, other than as specified in subheading note 2 to this chapter, not containing added flavouring or colouring matter, representing $24.87M or86.3% of bilateral exports.

Import Dependencies

Imports from Netherlands amount to $20.47 million, highlighting economic interdependence in vegetable preparations: potatoes, prepared or preserved otherwise than by vinegar or acetic acid, frozen, with Vegetable preparations: potatoes, prepared or preserved otherwise than by vinegar or acetic acid, frozen comprising26.3% of total imports.

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