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Guyana-Saint Vincent and the Grenadines Bilateral Trade Analysis 2023

Complete trade statistics: $7.79M total volume •Guyana surplus: $7.79M

GuyanaSaint Vincent and the Grenadines

$7.79M

Exports (2023)

Saint Vincent and the GrenadinesGuyana

$0

Imports (2023)

Trade Balance

$7.79M

Surplus for Guyana

Total Trade

$7.79M

Combined Volume

Trade Flow Visualization

Direct trade relationship between Guyana and Saint Vincent and the Grenadines. Green line shows exports from Guyana, red line shows imports.

Detailed Product Trade Analysis

Comprehensive breakdown of trade flows by product category, revealing the specialized nature of the Guyana-Saint Vincent and the Grenadines commercial relationship and competitive positioning in global markets.

GuyanaSaint Vincent and the Grenadines Exports

$7.79M
2023 Total

Export Market Intelligence

Product Diversity:
Specialized Focus
Market Share:
24.5% top product
1Cereals: husked (brown) rice
$1.91M
24.5% of exports
2Cereals: rice, semi-milled or wholly milled, whether or not polished or glazed
$1.73M
22.2% of exports
3Sugars: cane sugar, raw, in solid form, as specified in Subheading Note 2 to this chapter, not containing added flavouring or colouring matter
$1.24M
15.9% of exports
4Buildings: prefabricated, not of wood
$654,436
8.4% of exports
5Sugars: cane sugar, raw, in solid form, other than as specified in Subheading Note 2 to this chapter, not containing added flavouring or colouring matter
$364,567
4.7% of exports

🎯 Strategic Export Focus

Guyana's export portfolio to Saint Vincent and the Grenadines demonstrates strategic specialization, with cereals: husked (brown) rice representing a key competitive advantage in this bilateral market.

Saint Vincent and the GrenadinesGuyana Imports

$0
2023 Total

Import Dependency Profile

Supply Diversity:
Concentrated
Critical Imports:
Infinity% concentration
1Paper and paperboard: cartons, boxes and cases, of corrugated paper or paperboard
$74,473
Infinity% of imports
2Dog or cat food: (not put up for retail sale), used in animal feeding
$36,875
Infinity% of imports
3Spices: pepper (of the genus piper), crushed or ground
$20,147
Infinity% of imports
4Sauces and preparations therefor: mixed condiments and mixed seasonings
$17,873
Infinity% of imports
5Spices: nutmeg, neither crushed nor ground
$1,335
Infinity% of imports

📦 Import Strategy Analysis

Guyana's import pattern from Saint Vincent and the Grenadines reveals significant dependencyin paper and paperboard: cartons, boxes and cases, of corrugated paper or paperboard, highlighting complementary economic structures and potential supply chain optimization opportunities.

Competitive Trade Position Analysis

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Market Leadership

Guyana demonstrates competitive strength in exportingcereals: husked (brown) rice to Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, 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 $7.79M trade volume indicates substantial economic integration with room for expansion in emerging sectors.

Significant Partnership

Executive Summary: Guyana-Saint Vincent and the Grenadines Trade Relationship

Key Trade Highlights 2023

  • Total Trade Volume: $7.79 millionrepresenting a significant bilateral economic relationship
  • Trade Balance: Guyana maintains a surplus of $7.79 million
  • Export Focus: Guyana's primary exports include cereals: husked (brown) rice, cereals: rice, semi-milled or wholly milled, whether or not polished or glazed, sugars: cane sugar, raw, in solid form, as specified in subheading note 2 to this chapter, not containing added flavouring or colouring matter
  • Import Dependencies: Key imports from Saint Vincent and the Grenadines include paper and paperboard: cartons, boxes and cases, of corrugated paper or paperboard, dog or cat food: (not put up for retail sale), used in animal feeding, spices: pepper (of the genus piper), crushed or ground

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 $7.79M 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 Guyana leveraging its comparative advantages in cereals: husked (brown) rice.

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

Guyana's specialization in cereals: husked (brown) ricecomplements Saint Vincent and the Grenadines's demand patterns, creating natural trade synergies.

2

Supply Chain Integration

Deep integration in global value chains has strengthened bilateral linkages, particularly in paper and paperboard: cartons, boxes and cases, of corrugated paper or paperboard.

3

Market Access & Trade Policy

Favorable trade agreements and market access conditions have facilitated the growth of this $7.79M bilateral relationship.

Trade Pattern Insights

Trade ComplementarityAsymmetric
Seasonal VariationsModerate
Product ConcentrationMedium
Market DependencyHigh
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Trade Relationship Outlook

The $7.79M 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 $7.79 million bilateral trade volume represents a important trade relationshipfor both economies.

Economic Significance: Moderate
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Industrial Integration

Trade flows in cereals: husked (brown) rice and paper and paperboard: cartons, boxes and cases, of corrugated paper or paperboard demonstrate deep industrial linkages and supply chain integration.

Supply Chain Integration: Specialized
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Trade Balance Effects

Guyana's trade surplus of $7.79 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 cereals: rice, semi-milled or wholly milled, whether or not polished or glazed present expansion opportunities.
Market Diversification
Beyond current focus on paper and paperboard: cartons, boxes and cases, of corrugated paper or paperboard, 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: husked (brown) rice 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 Guyana and Saint Vincent and the Grenadines represents a total trade volume of $7.79 million in 2023. This partnership demonstrates a favorable trade balance for Guyana, with exports exceeding importsby $7.79 million.

Export Strengths

Guyana's exports to Saint Vincent and the Grenadines total $7.79 million, with competitive advantages in cereals: husked (brown) rice, representing $1.91M or24.5% of bilateral exports.

Import Dependencies

Imports from Saint Vincent and the Grenadines amount to $0.00, highlighting economic interdependence in paper and paperboard: cartons, boxes and cases, of corrugated paper or paperboard, with Paper and paperboard: cartons, boxes and cases, of corrugated paper or paperboard comprisingInfinity% of total imports.

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