Indonesia-Japan Bilateral Trade Analysis 2023
Complete trade statistics: $37.95B total volume •Indonesia surplus: $7.70B
Indonesia → Japan
$22.82B
Exports (2023)
Japan → Indonesia
$15.12B
Imports (2023)
Trade Balance
$7.70B
Surplus for Indonesia
Total Trade
$37.95B
Combined Volume
Trade Flow Visualization
Direct trade relationship between Indonesia and Japan. 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-Japan commercial relationship and competitive positioning in global markets.
Indonesia → Japan Exports
Export Market Intelligence
🎯 Strategic Export Focus
Indonesia's export portfolio to Japan demonstrates strong diversification across multiple sectors, with coal: bituminous, whether or not pulverised, but not agglomerated representing a key competitive advantage in this bilateral market.
Japan → Indonesia Imports
Import Dependency Profile
📦 Import Strategy Analysis
Indonesia's import pattern from Japan reveals significant dependencyin vehicle parts: gear boxes and parts thereof, highlighting complementary economic structures and potential supply chain optimization opportunities.
Competitive Trade Position Analysis
Market Leadership
Indonesia demonstrates competitive strength in exportingcoal: bituminous, whether or not pulverised, but not agglomerated to Japan, leveraging comparative advantages.
Trade Complementarity
The bilateral relationship showsstrongcomplementarity, with each country specializing in different sectors.
Growth Potential
The $37.95B trade volume indicates substantial economic integration with room for expansion in emerging sectors.
Executive Summary: Indonesia-Japan Trade Relationship
Key Trade Highlights 2023
- Total Trade Volume: $37.95 billionrepresenting a significant bilateral economic relationship
- Trade Balance: Indonesia maintains a surplus of $7.70 billion
- Export Focus: Indonesia's primary exports include coal: bituminous, whether or not pulverised, but not agglomerated, petroleum gases and other gaseous hydrocarbons: liquefied, natural gas, copper ores and concentrates
- Import Dependencies: Key imports from Japan include vehicle parts: gear boxes and parts thereof, steel, alloy: flat-rolled, width 600mm or more, cold-rolled, vehicles: dumpers, designed for off-highway use, for transport of goods
Strategic Trade Indicators
📈 Market Position: This bilateral trade relationship represents a significant global 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 $37.95B 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 coal: bituminous, whether or not pulverised, but not agglomerated.
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
Comparative Advantage
Indonesia's specialization in coal: bituminous, whether or not pulverised, but not agglomeratedcomplements Japan's demand patterns, creating natural trade synergies.
Supply Chain Integration
Deep integration in global value chains has strengthened bilateral linkages, particularly in vehicle parts: gear boxes and parts thereof.
Market Access & Trade Policy
Favorable trade agreements and market access conditions have facilitated the growth of this $37.95B bilateral relationship.
Trade Pattern Insights
Trade Relationship Outlook
The $37.95B 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
Trade Volume Impact
The $37.95 billion bilateral trade volume represents a significant economic factorfor both economies.
Industrial Integration
Trade flows in coal: bituminous, whether or not pulverised, but not agglomerated and vehicle parts: gear boxes and parts thereof demonstrate deep industrial linkages and supply chain integration.
Trade Balance Effects
Indonesia's trade surplus of $7.70 billion strengthens its overall economic position in this bilateral relationship.
Strategic Future Outlook
🚀Growth Opportunities
⚠️Risk Factors
🎯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 Japan represents a total trade volume of $37.95 billion in 2023. This partnership demonstrates a favorable trade balance for Indonesia, with exports exceeding importsby $7.70 billion.
Export Strengths
Indonesia's exports to Japan total $22.82 billion, with competitive advantages in coal: bituminous, whether or not pulverised, but not agglomerated, representing $4.55B or19.9% of bilateral exports.
Import Dependencies
Imports from Japan amount to $15.12 billion, highlighting economic interdependence in vehicle parts: gear boxes and parts thereof, with Vehicle parts: gear boxes and parts thereof comprising3.4% 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