Germany-Gambia Bilateral Trade Analysis 2023

Complete trade statistics: $28.09M total volume •Germany surplus: $28.09M

GermanyGambia

$28.09M

Exports (2023)

GambiaGermany

$0

Imports (2023)

Trade Balance

$28.09M

Surplus for Germany

Total Trade

$28.09M

Combined Volume

Trade Flow Visualization

Direct trade relationship between Germany and Gambia. Green line shows exports from Germany, red line shows imports.

Detailed Product Trade Analysis

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

GermanyGambia Exports

$28.09M
2023 Total

Export Market Intelligence

Product Diversity:
Specialized Focus
Market Share:
17.8% top product
1Cereals: wheat and meslin, other than durum wheat, other than seed
$5.00M
17.8% of exports
2Vehicles: with only spark-ignition internal combustion reciprocating piston engine, cylinder capacity over 1500 but not over 3000cc
$2.24M
8.0% of exports
3Cereals: wheat and meslin, other than durum wheat, seed
$1.80M
6.4% of exports
4Dairy produce: milk and cream, not concentrated, not containing added sugar or other sweetening matter, of a fat content, by weight, exceeding 1% but not exceeding 6%
$1.36M
4.9% of exports
5Perfumery, cosmetic or toilet preparations: personal deodorants and antiperspirants
$958,304
3.4% of exports

🎯 Strategic Export Focus

Germany's export portfolio to Gambia demonstrates strategic specialization, with cereals: wheat and meslin, other than durum wheat, other than seed representing a key competitive advantage in this bilateral market.

GambiaGermany Imports

$0
2023 Total

Import Dependency Profile

Supply Diversity:
Concentrated
Critical Imports:
Infinity% concentration
1Waste and scrap of precious metals: of platinum, including metal clad with platinum but excluding sweepings containing other precious metals
$390,453
Infinity% of imports
2Fish fillets: frozen, flat fish (Pleuronectidae, Bothidae, Cynoglossidae, Soleidae, Scophthalmidae and Citharidae)
$84,041
Infinity% of imports
3Electronic integrated circuits: processors and controllers, whether or not combined with memories, converters, logic circuits, amplifiers, clock and timing circuits, or other circuits
$30,230
Infinity% of imports
4Electrical apparatus: transistors, (other than photosensitive), with a dissipation rate of 1W or more
$14,375
Infinity% of imports
5Fish fillets: dried, salted or in brine, but not smoked, n.e.c. in item no. 0305.3
$13,454
Infinity% of imports

📦 Import Strategy Analysis

Germany's import pattern from Gambia reveals significant dependencyin waste and scrap of precious metals: of platinum, including metal clad with platinum but excluding sweepings containing other precious metals, highlighting complementary economic structures and potential supply chain optimization opportunities.

Competitive Trade Position Analysis

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Market Leadership

Germany demonstrates competitive strength in exportingcereals: wheat and meslin, other than durum wheat, other than seed to Gambia, 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 $28.09M trade volume indicates substantial economic integration with room for expansion in emerging sectors.

Significant Partnership

Executive Summary: Germany-Gambia Trade Relationship

Key Trade Highlights 2023

  • Total Trade Volume: $28.09 millionrepresenting a significant bilateral economic relationship
  • Trade Balance: Germany maintains a surplus of $28.09 million
  • Export Focus: Germany's primary exports include cereals: wheat and meslin, other than durum wheat, other than seed, vehicles: with only spark-ignition internal combustion reciprocating piston engine, cylinder capacity over 1500 but not over 3000cc, cereals: wheat and meslin, other than durum wheat, seed
  • Import Dependencies: Key imports from Gambia include waste and scrap of precious metals: of platinum, including metal clad with platinum but excluding sweepings containing other precious metals, fish fillets: frozen, flat fish (pleuronectidae, bothidae, cynoglossidae, soleidae, scophthalmidae and citharidae), electronic integrated circuits: processors and controllers, whether or not combined with memories, converters, logic circuits, amplifiers, clock and timing circuits, or other 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 $28.09M 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 Germany leveraging its comparative advantages in cereals: wheat and meslin, other than durum wheat, other than seed.

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

Germany's specialization in cereals: wheat and meslin, other than durum wheat, other than seedcomplements Gambia's demand patterns, creating natural trade synergies.

2

Supply Chain Integration

Deep integration in global value chains has strengthened bilateral linkages, particularly in waste and scrap of precious metals: of platinum, including metal clad with platinum but excluding sweepings containing other precious metals.

3

Market Access & Trade Policy

Favorable trade agreements and market access conditions have facilitated the growth of this $28.09M bilateral relationship.

Trade Pattern Insights

Trade ComplementarityAsymmetric
Seasonal VariationsModerate
Product ConcentrationMedium
Market DependencyHigh
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Trade Relationship Outlook

The $28.09M 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 $28.09 million bilateral trade volume represents a important trade relationshipfor both economies.

Economic Significance: Moderate
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Industrial Integration

Trade flows in cereals: wheat and meslin, other than durum wheat, other than seed and waste and scrap of precious metals: of platinum, including metal clad with platinum but excluding sweepings containing other precious metals demonstrate deep industrial linkages and supply chain integration.

Supply Chain Integration: Specialized
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Trade Balance Effects

Germany's trade surplus of $28.09 million 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 vehicles: with only spark-ignition internal combustion reciprocating piston engine, cylinder capacity over 1500 but not over 3000cc present expansion opportunities.
Market Diversification
Beyond current focus on waste and scrap of precious metals: of platinum, including metal clad with platinum but excluding sweepings containing other precious metals, 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 cereals: wheat and meslin, other than durum wheat, other than seed 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 Germany and Gambia represents a total trade volume of $28.09 million in 2023. This partnership demonstrates a favorable trade balance for Germany, with exports exceeding importsby $28.09 million.

Export Strengths

Germany's exports to Gambia total $28.09 million, with competitive advantages in cereals: wheat and meslin, other than durum wheat, other than seed, representing $5.00M or17.8% of bilateral exports.

Import Dependencies

Imports from Gambia amount to $0.00, highlighting economic interdependence in waste and scrap of precious metals: of platinum, including metal clad with platinum but excluding sweepings containing other precious metals, with Waste and scrap of precious metals: of platinum, including metal clad with platinum but excluding sweepings containing other precious metals comprisingInfinity% of total imports.

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