Ghana-Sri Lanka Bilateral Trade Analysis 2023

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

GhanaSri Lanka

$0

Exports (2023)

Sri LankaGhana

$0

Imports (2023)

Trade Balance

$0

Surplus for Ghana

Total Trade

$0

Combined Volume

Trade Flow Visualization

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

Detailed Product Trade Analysis

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

GhanaSri Lanka Exports

$0
2023 Total

Export Market Intelligence

Product Diversity:
Specialized Focus
Market Share:
Infinity% top product
1Wood: in the rough, whether or not stripped of bark or sapwood, or roughly squared, untreated, n.e.c. in heading no. 4403
$117,202
Infinity% of exports
2Rubber: technically specified natural rubber (TSNR), in primary forms or in plates, sheets or strip (excluding latex and smoked sheets)
$27,098
Infinity% of exports
3Fish: live, ornamental, other than freshwater
$21,506
Infinity% of exports
4Ammonia: anhydrous
$11,354
Infinity% of exports
5Containers for compressed or liquefied gas, of iron or steel
$4,865
Infinity% of exports

🎯 Strategic Export Focus

Ghana's export portfolio to Sri Lanka demonstrates strategic specialization, with wood: in the rough, whether or not stripped of bark or sapwood, or roughly squared, untreated, n.e.c. in heading no. 4403 representing a key competitive advantage in this bilateral market.

Sri LankaGhana Imports

$0
2023 Total

Import Dependency Profile

Supply Diversity:
Concentrated
Critical Imports:
Infinity% concentration
1Tea, black: (fermented) and partly fermented tea, in immediate packings of a content not exceeding 3kg
$5.44M
Infinity% of imports
2Food preparations: sweet biscuits, whether or not containing cocoa
$2.42M
Infinity% of imports
3Carbon: activated
$1.46M
Infinity% of imports
4Food preparations: obtained from unroasted cereal flakes or from mixtures of unroasted cereal flakes and roasted cereal flakes or swelled cereals
$234,935
Infinity% of imports
5Cereal grains: rolled or flaked, of oats
$204,079
Infinity% of imports

📦 Import Strategy Analysis

Ghana's import pattern from Sri Lanka reveals strategic sourcingin tea, black: (fermented) and partly fermented tea, in immediate packings of a content not exceeding 3kg, highlighting complementary economic structures and potential supply chain optimization opportunities.

Competitive Trade Position Analysis

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Market Leadership

Ghana demonstrates competitive strength in exportingwood: in the rough, whether or not stripped of bark or sapwood, or roughly squared, untreated, n.e.c. in heading no. 4403 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: Ghana-Sri Lanka Trade Relationship

Key Trade Highlights 2023

  • Total Trade Volume: $0.00representing a significant bilateral economic relationship
  • Trade Balance: Ghana maintains a surplus of $0.00
  • Export Focus: Ghana's primary exports include wood: in the rough, whether or not stripped of bark or sapwood, or roughly squared, untreated, n.e.c. in heading no. 4403, rubber: technically specified natural rubber (tsnr), in primary forms or in plates, sheets or strip (excluding latex and smoked sheets), fish: live, ornamental, other than freshwater
  • Import Dependencies: Key imports from Sri Lanka include tea, black: (fermented) and partly fermented tea, in immediate packings of a content not exceeding 3kg, food preparations: sweet biscuits, whether or not containing cocoa, carbon: activated

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 Ghana leveraging its comparative advantages in wood: in the rough, whether or not stripped of bark or sapwood, or roughly squared, untreated, n.e.c. in heading no. 4403.

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

Ghana's specialization in wood: in the rough, whether or not stripped of bark or sapwood, or roughly squared, untreated, n.e.c. in heading no. 4403complements 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 tea, black: (fermented) and partly fermented tea, in immediate packings of a content not exceeding 3kg.

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 wood: in the rough, whether or not stripped of bark or sapwood, or roughly squared, untreated, n.e.c. in heading no. 4403 and tea, black: (fermented) and partly fermented tea, in immediate packings of a content not exceeding 3kg demonstrate deep industrial linkages and supply chain integration.

Supply Chain Integration: Specialized
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Trade Balance Effects

Ghana'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 rubber: technically specified natural rubber (tsnr), in primary forms or in plates, sheets or strip (excluding latex and smoked sheets) present expansion opportunities.
Market Diversification
Beyond current focus on tea, black: (fermented) and partly fermented tea, in immediate packings of a content not exceeding 3kg, 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 wood: in the rough, whether or not stripped of bark or sapwood, or roughly squared, untreated, n.e.c. in heading no. 4403 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 Ghana and Sri Lanka represents a total trade volume of $0.00 in 2023. This partnership demonstrates a favorable trade balance for Ghana, with exports exceeding importsby $0.00.

Export Strengths

Ghana's exports to Sri Lanka total $0.00, with competitive advantages in wood: in the rough, whether or not stripped of bark or sapwood, or roughly squared, untreated, n.e.c. in heading no. 4403, representing $117,202 orInfinity% of bilateral exports.

Import Dependencies

Imports from Sri Lanka amount to $0.00, highlighting economic interdependence in tea, black: (fermented) and partly fermented tea, in immediate packings of a content not exceeding 3kg, with Tea, black: (fermented) and partly fermented tea, in immediate packings of a content not exceeding 3kg comprisingInfinity% of total imports.

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