Guyana-Singapore Bilateral Trade Analysis 2023

Complete trade statistics: $1.66B total volume •Guyana surplus: $1.66B

GuyanaSingapore

$1.66B

Exports (2023)

SingaporeGuyana

$0

Imports (2023)

Trade Balance

$1.66B

Surplus for Guyana

Total Trade

$1.66B

Combined Volume

Trade Flow Visualization

Direct trade relationship between Guyana and Singapore. 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-Singapore commercial relationship and competitive positioning in global markets.

GuyanaSingapore Exports

$1.66B
2023 Total

Export Market Intelligence

Product Diversity:
Specialized Focus
Market Share:
98.9% top product
1Oils: petroleum oils and oils obtained from bituminous minerals, crude
$1.64B
98.9% of exports
2Iron or steel: articles n.e.c. in heading 7326
$16.95M
1.0% of exports
3Instruments, apparatus for measuring, checking electrical quantities, not meters of heading no. 9028: parts and accessories, for measuring or detecting alpha, beta, gamma, x-ray, cosmic and other radiations
$580,341
0.0% of exports
4Surveying equipment: parts and accessories for articles of heading no. 9015
$214,162
0.0% of exports
5Aluminium ores and concentrates
$178,000
0.0% of exports

🎯 Strategic Export Focus

Guyana's export portfolio to Singapore demonstrates strategic specialization, with oils: petroleum oils and oils obtained from bituminous minerals, crude representing a key competitive advantage in this bilateral market.

SingaporeGuyana Imports

$0
2023 Total

Import Dependency Profile

Supply Diversity:
Concentrated
Critical Imports:
Infinity% concentration
1Boring or sinking machinery: parts of the machinery of item no. 8430.41 or 8430.41
$4.18M
Infinity% of imports
2Mechanical shovels, excavators and shovel loaders: n.e.c. in item no. 8429.50
$3.12M
Infinity% of imports
3Perfumery, cosmetic or toilet preparations: personal deodorants and antiperspirants
$861,670
Infinity% of imports
4Rubber: vulcanised (other than hard rubber), gaskets, washers and other seals, of non-cellular rubber
$771,838
Infinity% of imports
5Buildings: prefabricated, not of wood
$660,106
Infinity% of imports

📦 Import Strategy Analysis

Guyana's import pattern from Singapore reveals significant dependencyin boring or sinking machinery: parts of the machinery of item no. 8430.41 or 8430.41, 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 exportingoils: petroleum oils and oils obtained from bituminous minerals, crude to Singapore, 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 $1.66B trade volume indicates substantial economic integration with room for expansion in emerging sectors.

Significant Partnership

Executive Summary: Guyana-Singapore Trade Relationship

Key Trade Highlights 2023

  • Total Trade Volume: $1.66 billionrepresenting a significant bilateral economic relationship
  • Trade Balance: Guyana maintains a surplus of $1.66 billion
  • Export Focus: Guyana's primary exports include oils: petroleum oils and oils obtained from bituminous minerals, crude, iron or steel: articles n.e.c. in heading 7326, instruments, apparatus for measuring, checking electrical quantities, not meters of heading no. 9028: parts and accessories, for measuring or detecting alpha, beta, gamma, x-ray, cosmic and other radiations
  • Import Dependencies: Key imports from Singapore include boring or sinking machinery: parts of the machinery of item no. 8430.41 or 8430.41, mechanical shovels, excavators and shovel loaders: n.e.c. in item no. 8429.50, perfumery, cosmetic or toilet preparations: personal deodorants and antiperspirants

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 $1.66B 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 oils: petroleum oils and oils obtained from bituminous minerals, crude.

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 oils: petroleum oils and oils obtained from bituminous minerals, crudecomplements Singapore's demand patterns, creating natural trade synergies.

2

Supply Chain Integration

Deep integration in global value chains has strengthened bilateral linkages, particularly in boring or sinking machinery: parts of the machinery of item no. 8430.41 or 8430.41.

3

Market Access & Trade Policy

Favorable trade agreements and market access conditions have facilitated the growth of this $1.66B bilateral relationship.

Trade Pattern Insights

Trade ComplementarityAsymmetric
Seasonal VariationsModerate
Product ConcentrationMedium
Market DependencyHigh
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Trade Relationship Outlook

The $1.66B 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 $1.66 billion bilateral trade volume represents a important trade relationshipfor both economies.

Economic Significance: Moderate
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Industrial Integration

Trade flows in oils: petroleum oils and oils obtained from bituminous minerals, crude and boring or sinking machinery: parts of the machinery of item no. 8430.41 or 8430.41 demonstrate deep industrial linkages and supply chain integration.

Supply Chain Integration: Specialized
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Trade Balance Effects

Guyana's trade surplus of $1.66 billion 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 iron or steel: articles n.e.c. in heading 7326 present expansion opportunities.
Market Diversification
Beyond current focus on boring or sinking machinery: parts of the machinery of item no. 8430.41 or 8430.41, 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 oils: petroleum oils and oils obtained from bituminous minerals, crude 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 Singapore represents a total trade volume of $1.66 billion in 2023. This partnership demonstrates a favorable trade balance for Guyana, with exports exceeding importsby $1.66 billion.

Export Strengths

Guyana's exports to Singapore total $1.66 billion, with competitive advantages in oils: petroleum oils and oils obtained from bituminous minerals, crude, representing $1.64B or98.9% of bilateral exports.

Import Dependencies

Imports from Singapore amount to $0.00, highlighting economic interdependence in boring or sinking machinery: parts of the machinery of item no. 8430.41 or 8430.41, with Boring or sinking machinery: parts of the machinery of item no. 8430.41 or 8430.41 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