Georgia-Azerbaijan Bilateral Trade Analysis 2023

Complete trade statistics: $1.50B total volume •Georgia surplus: $185.58M

GeorgiaAzerbaijan

$843.78M

Exports (2023)

AzerbaijanGeorgia

$658.20M

Imports (2023)

Trade Balance

$185.58M

Surplus for Georgia

Total Trade

$1.50B

Combined Volume

Trade Flow Visualization

Direct trade relationship between Georgia and Azerbaijan. Green line shows exports from Georgia, red line shows imports.

Detailed Product Trade Analysis

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

GeorgiaAzerbaijan Exports

$843.78M
2023 Total

Export Market Intelligence

Product Diversity:
Specialized Focus
Market Share:
14.2% top product
1Vehicles: with only compression-ignition internal combustion piston engine (diesel or semi-diesel), cylinder capacity over 2500cc
$119.61M
14.2% of exports
2Vehicles: with only spark-ignition internal combustion reciprocating piston engine, cylinder capacity over 3000cc
$101.30M
12.0% of exports
3Vehicles: with both spark-ignition internal combustion reciprocating piston engine and electric motor for propulsion, incapable of being charged by plugging to external source of electric power
$78.85M
9.3% of exports
4Vehicles: with only spark-ignition internal combustion reciprocating piston engine, cylinder capacity over 1500 but not over 3000cc
$75.02M
8.9% of exports
5Tobacco: smoking, other than water pipe tobacco, whether or not containing tobacco substitutes in any proportion
$35.42M
4.2% of exports

🎯 Strategic Export Focus

Georgia's export portfolio to Azerbaijan demonstrates strategic specialization, with vehicles: with only compression-ignition internal combustion piston engine (diesel or semi-diesel), cylinder capacity over 2500cc representing a key competitive advantage in this bilateral market.

AzerbaijanGeorgia Imports

$658.20M
2023 Total

Import Dependency Profile

Supply Diversity:
Concentrated
Critical Imports:
48.8% concentration
1Petroleum gases and other gaseous hydrocarbons: in gaseous state, natural gas
$321.53M
48.8% of imports
2Petroleum oils and oils from bituminous minerals, not crude: preparations n.e.c. containing by weight 70% or more of petroleum oils or oils from bituminous minerals: these being the basic constituents of the preparations: waste oils
$91.66M
13.9% of imports
3Cement clinkers (whether or not coloured)
$51.01M
7.8% of imports
4Iron or non-alloy steel: bars and rods, hot-rolled, hot-drawn or hot-extruded, n.e.c. in heading no. 7214, other than of rectangular cross-section
$27.89M
4.2% of imports
5Cigarettes: containing tobacco
$10.66M
1.6% of imports

📦 Import Strategy Analysis

Georgia's import pattern from Azerbaijan reveals strategic sourcingin petroleum gases and other gaseous hydrocarbons: in gaseous state, natural gas, highlighting complementary economic structures and potential supply chain optimization opportunities.

Competitive Trade Position Analysis

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Market Leadership

Georgia demonstrates competitive strength in exportingvehicles: with only compression-ignition internal combustion piston engine (diesel or semi-diesel), cylinder capacity over 2500cc to Azerbaijan, 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 $1.50B trade volume indicates substantial economic integration with room for expansion in emerging sectors.

Significant Partnership

Executive Summary: Georgia-Azerbaijan Trade Relationship

Key Trade Highlights 2023

  • Total Trade Volume: $1.50 billionrepresenting a significant bilateral economic relationship
  • Trade Balance: Georgia maintains a surplus of $185.58 million
  • Export Focus: Georgia's primary exports include vehicles: with only compression-ignition internal combustion piston engine (diesel or semi-diesel), cylinder capacity over 2500cc, vehicles: with only spark-ignition internal combustion reciprocating piston engine, cylinder capacity over 3000cc, vehicles: with both spark-ignition internal combustion reciprocating piston engine and electric motor for propulsion, incapable of being charged by plugging to external source of electric power
  • Import Dependencies: Key imports from Azerbaijan include petroleum gases and other gaseous hydrocarbons: in gaseous state, natural gas, petroleum oils and oils from bituminous minerals, not crude: preparations n.e.c. containing by weight 70% or more of petroleum oils or oils from bituminous minerals: these being the basic constituents of the preparations: waste oils, cement clinkers (whether or not coloured)

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 $1.50B 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 Georgia leveraging its comparative advantages in vehicles: with only compression-ignition internal combustion piston engine (diesel or semi-diesel), cylinder capacity over 2500cc.

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

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Comparative Advantage

Georgia's specialization in vehicles: with only compression-ignition internal combustion piston engine (diesel or semi-diesel), cylinder capacity over 2500cccomplements Azerbaijan's demand patterns, creating natural trade synergies.

2

Supply Chain Integration

Deep integration in global value chains has strengthened bilateral linkages, particularly in petroleum gases and other gaseous hydrocarbons: in gaseous state, natural gas.

3

Market Access & Trade Policy

Favorable trade agreements and market access conditions have facilitated the growth of this $1.50B bilateral relationship.

Trade Pattern Insights

Trade ComplementarityAsymmetric
Seasonal VariationsModerate
Product ConcentrationMedium
Market DependencyModerate
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Trade Relationship Outlook

The $1.50B 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 $1.50 billion bilateral trade volume represents a important trade relationshipfor both economies.

Economic Significance: Moderate
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Industrial Integration

Trade flows in vehicles: with only compression-ignition internal combustion piston engine (diesel or semi-diesel), cylinder capacity over 2500cc and petroleum gases and other gaseous hydrocarbons: in gaseous state, natural gas demonstrate deep industrial linkages and supply chain integration.

Supply Chain Integration: Specialized
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Trade Balance Effects

Georgia's trade surplus of $185.58 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 vehicles: with only spark-ignition internal combustion reciprocating piston engine, cylinder capacity over 3000cc present expansion opportunities.
Market Diversification
Beyond current focus on petroleum gases and other gaseous hydrocarbons: in gaseous state, natural gas, 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 vehicles: with only compression-ignition internal combustion piston engine (diesel or semi-diesel), cylinder capacity over 2500cc 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 Georgia and Azerbaijan represents a total trade volume of $1.50 billion in 2023. This partnership demonstrates a favorable trade balance for Georgia, with exports exceeding importsby $185.58 million.

Export Strengths

Georgia's exports to Azerbaijan total $843.78 million, with competitive advantages in vehicles: with only compression-ignition internal combustion piston engine (diesel or semi-diesel), cylinder capacity over 2500cc, representing $119.61M or14.2% of bilateral exports.

Import Dependencies

Imports from Azerbaijan amount to $658.20 million, highlighting economic interdependence in petroleum gases and other gaseous hydrocarbons: in gaseous state, natural gas, with Petroleum gases and other gaseous hydrocarbons: in gaseous state, natural gas comprising48.8% of total imports.

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