Indonesia-Bhutan Bilateral Trade Analysis 2023

Complete trade statistics: $11.39M total volume •Indonesia surplus: $5.58M

IndonesiaBhutan

$8.48M

Exports (2023)

BhutanIndonesia

$2.90M

Imports (2023)

Trade Balance

$5.58M

Surplus for Indonesia

Total Trade

$11.39M

Combined Volume

Trade Flow Visualization

Direct trade relationship between Indonesia and Bhutan. Green line shows exports from Indonesia, red line shows imports.

Detailed Product Trade Analysis

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

IndonesiaBhutan Exports

$8.48M
2023 Total

Export Market Intelligence

Product Diversity:
Specialized Focus
Market Share:
78.4% top product
1Electrical machines and apparatus: having individual functions, not specified or included elsewhere in this chapter, n.e.c. in heading no. 8543
$6.65M
78.4% of exports
2Insulated electric conductors: for a voltage not exceeding 1000 volts, not fitted with connectors
$1.16M
13.7% of exports
3Insulated electric conductors: for a voltage exceeding 1000 volts
$622,059
7.3% of exports
4Nuts, edible: areca nuts, fresh or dried, whether or not shelled or peeled
$13,537
0.2% of exports
5Glass: articles n.e.c. in chapter 70
$10,850
0.1% of exports

🎯 Strategic Export Focus

Indonesia's export portfolio to Bhutan demonstrates strategic specialization, with electrical machines and apparatus: having individual functions, not specified or included elsewhere in this chapter, n.e.c. in heading no. 8543 representing a key competitive advantage in this bilateral market.

BhutanIndonesia Imports

$2.90M
2023 Total

Import Dependency Profile

Supply Diversity:
Concentrated
Critical Imports:
99.7% concentration
1Ferro-alloys: ferro-silico-manganese
$2.89M
99.7% of imports
2Taps, cocks, valves and similar appliances: for pipes, boiler shells, tanks, vats or the like, including thermostatically controlled valves
$7,900
0.3% of imports
3Pumps: fuel, lubricating or cooling medium pumps for internal combustion piston engines
$569
0.0% of imports
4Machinery: parts of those for preparing or making up tobacco, n.e.c. in this chapter
$547
0.0% of imports
5Gaskets and similar joints: of metal sheeting combined with other material or two or more layers of metal
$438
0.0% of imports

📦 Import Strategy Analysis

Indonesia's import pattern from Bhutan reveals significant dependencyin ferro-alloys: ferro-silico-manganese, highlighting complementary economic structures and potential supply chain optimization opportunities.

Competitive Trade Position Analysis

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Market Leadership

Indonesia demonstrates competitive strength in exportingelectrical machines and apparatus: having individual functions, not specified or included elsewhere in this chapter, n.e.c. in heading no. 8543 to Bhutan, 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 $11.39M trade volume indicates substantial economic integration with room for expansion in emerging sectors.

Significant Partnership

Executive Summary: Indonesia-Bhutan Trade Relationship

Key Trade Highlights 2023

  • Total Trade Volume: $11.39 millionrepresenting a significant bilateral economic relationship
  • Trade Balance: Indonesia maintains a surplus of $5.58 million
  • Export Focus: Indonesia's primary exports include electrical machines and apparatus: having individual functions, not specified or included elsewhere in this chapter, n.e.c. in heading no. 8543, insulated electric conductors: for a voltage not exceeding 1000 volts, not fitted with connectors, insulated electric conductors: for a voltage exceeding 1000 volts
  • Import Dependencies: Key imports from Bhutan include ferro-alloys: ferro-silico-manganese, taps, cocks, valves and similar appliances: for pipes, boiler shells, tanks, vats or the like, including thermostatically controlled valves, pumps: fuel, lubricating or cooling medium pumps for internal combustion piston engines

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 $11.39M 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 Indonesia leveraging its comparative advantages in electrical machines and apparatus: having individual functions, not specified or included elsewhere in this chapter, n.e.c. in heading no. 8543.

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

Indonesia's specialization in electrical machines and apparatus: having individual functions, not specified or included elsewhere in this chapter, n.e.c. in heading no. 8543complements Bhutan's demand patterns, creating natural trade synergies.

2

Supply Chain Integration

Deep integration in global value chains has strengthened bilateral linkages, particularly in ferro-alloys: ferro-silico-manganese.

3

Market Access & Trade Policy

Favorable trade agreements and market access conditions have facilitated the growth of this $11.39M bilateral relationship.

Trade Pattern Insights

Trade ComplementarityAsymmetric
Seasonal VariationsModerate
Product ConcentrationMedium
Market DependencyHigh
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Trade Relationship Outlook

The $11.39M 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 $11.39 million bilateral trade volume represents a important trade relationshipfor both economies.

Economic Significance: Moderate
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Industrial Integration

Trade flows in electrical machines and apparatus: having individual functions, not specified or included elsewhere in this chapter, n.e.c. in heading no. 8543 and ferro-alloys: ferro-silico-manganese demonstrate deep industrial linkages and supply chain integration.

Supply Chain Integration: Specialized
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Trade Balance Effects

Indonesia's trade surplus of $5.58 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 insulated electric conductors: for a voltage not exceeding 1000 volts, not fitted with connectors present expansion opportunities.
Market Diversification
Beyond current focus on ferro-alloys: ferro-silico-manganese, 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 electrical machines and apparatus: having individual functions, not specified or included elsewhere in this chapter, n.e.c. in heading no. 8543 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 Indonesia and Bhutan represents a total trade volume of $11.39 million in 2023. This partnership demonstrates a favorable trade balance for Indonesia, with exports exceeding importsby $5.58 million.

Export Strengths

Indonesia's exports to Bhutan total $8.48 million, with competitive advantages in electrical machines and apparatus: having individual functions, not specified or included elsewhere in this chapter, n.e.c. in heading no. 8543, representing $6.65M or78.4% of bilateral exports.

Import Dependencies

Imports from Bhutan amount to $2.90 million, highlighting economic interdependence in ferro-alloys: ferro-silico-manganese, with Ferro-alloys: ferro-silico-manganese comprising99.7% of total imports.

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