Iraq-Pakistan Bilateral Trade Analysis 2023

Complete trade statistics: $219.15M total volume •Iraq surplus: $219.15M

IraqPakistan

$219.15M

Exports (2023)

PakistanIraq

$0

Imports (2023)

Trade Balance

$219.15M

Surplus for Iraq

Total Trade

$219.15M

Combined Volume

Trade Flow Visualization

Direct trade relationship between Iraq and Pakistan. Green line shows exports from Iraq, red line shows imports.

Detailed Product Trade Analysis

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

IraqPakistan Exports

$219.15M
2023 Total

Export Market Intelligence

Product Diversity:
Specialized Focus
Market Share:
92.1% top product
1Petroleum gases and other gaseous hydrocarbons: liquefied, n.e.c. in heading no. 2711
$201.90M
92.1% of exports
2Cyclic hydrocarbons: o-xylene
$6.84M
3.1% of exports
3Alcohols: saturated monohydric, methanol (methyl alcohol)
$6.61M
3.0% of exports
4Bitumen and asphalt, natural: asphaltites and asphaltic rock
$1.61M
0.7% of exports
5Fruit, edible: dates, fresh or dried
$1.36M
0.6% of exports

🎯 Strategic Export Focus

Iraq's export portfolio to Pakistan demonstrates strategic specialization, with petroleum gases and other gaseous hydrocarbons: liquefied, n.e.c. in heading no. 2711 representing a key competitive advantage in this bilateral market.

PakistanIraq Imports

$0
2023 Total

Import Dependency Profile

Supply Diversity:
Concentrated
Critical Imports:
Infinity% concentration
1Fans: table, floor, wall, window, ceiling or roof fans, with a self-contained electric motor of an output not exceeding 125W
$5.84M
Infinity% of imports
2Medicaments: consisting of mixed or unmixed products n.e.c. in heading no. 3004, for therapeutic or prophylactic uses, packaged for retail sale
$3.21M
Infinity% of imports
3Cereals: rice, semi-milled or wholly milled, whether or not polished or glazed
$2.93M
Infinity% of imports
4Medicaments: containing hormones (but not insulin), adrenal cortex hormones or antibiotics, for therapeutic or prophylactic uses, packaged for retail sale
$2.86M
Infinity% of imports
5Fish: frozen, n.e.c. in heading 0303, excluding fillets, fish meat of 0304, and edible fish offal of subheadings 0303.91 to 0303.99
$2.79M
Infinity% of imports

📦 Import Strategy Analysis

Iraq's import pattern from Pakistan reveals significant dependencyin fans: table, floor, wall, window, ceiling or roof fans, with a self-contained electric motor of an output not exceeding 125w, highlighting complementary economic structures and potential supply chain optimization opportunities.

Competitive Trade Position Analysis

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Market Leadership

Iraq demonstrates competitive strength in exportingpetroleum gases and other gaseous hydrocarbons: liquefied, n.e.c. in heading no. 2711 to Pakistan, 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 $219.15M trade volume indicates substantial economic integration with room for expansion in emerging sectors.

Significant Partnership

Executive Summary: Iraq-Pakistan Trade Relationship

Key Trade Highlights 2023

  • Total Trade Volume: $219.15 millionrepresenting a significant bilateral economic relationship
  • Trade Balance: Iraq maintains a surplus of $219.15 million
  • Export Focus: Iraq's primary exports include petroleum gases and other gaseous hydrocarbons: liquefied, n.e.c. in heading no. 2711, cyclic hydrocarbons: o-xylene, alcohols: saturated monohydric, methanol (methyl alcohol)
  • Import Dependencies: Key imports from Pakistan include fans: table, floor, wall, window, ceiling or roof fans, with a self-contained electric motor of an output not exceeding 125w, medicaments: consisting of mixed or unmixed products n.e.c. in heading no. 3004, for therapeutic or prophylactic uses, packaged for retail sale, cereals: rice, semi-milled or wholly milled, whether or not polished or glazed

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 $219.15M 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 Iraq leveraging its comparative advantages in petroleum gases and other gaseous hydrocarbons: liquefied, n.e.c. in heading no. 2711.

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

Iraq's specialization in petroleum gases and other gaseous hydrocarbons: liquefied, n.e.c. in heading no. 2711complements Pakistan's demand patterns, creating natural trade synergies.

2

Supply Chain Integration

Deep integration in global value chains has strengthened bilateral linkages, particularly in fans: table, floor, wall, window, ceiling or roof fans, with a self-contained electric motor of an output not exceeding 125w.

3

Market Access & Trade Policy

Favorable trade agreements and market access conditions have facilitated the growth of this $219.15M bilateral relationship.

Trade Pattern Insights

Trade ComplementarityAsymmetric
Seasonal VariationsModerate
Product ConcentrationMedium
Market DependencyHigh
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Trade Relationship Outlook

The $219.15M 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 $219.15 million bilateral trade volume represents a important trade relationshipfor both economies.

Economic Significance: Moderate
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Industrial Integration

Trade flows in petroleum gases and other gaseous hydrocarbons: liquefied, n.e.c. in heading no. 2711 and fans: table, floor, wall, window, ceiling or roof fans, with a self-contained electric motor of an output not exceeding 125w demonstrate deep industrial linkages and supply chain integration.

Supply Chain Integration: Specialized
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Trade Balance Effects

Iraq's trade surplus of $219.15 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 cyclic hydrocarbons: o-xylene present expansion opportunities.
Market Diversification
Beyond current focus on fans: table, floor, wall, window, ceiling or roof fans, with a self-contained electric motor of an output not exceeding 125w, 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 petroleum gases and other gaseous hydrocarbons: liquefied, n.e.c. in heading no. 2711 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 Iraq and Pakistan represents a total trade volume of $219.15 million in 2023. This partnership demonstrates a favorable trade balance for Iraq, with exports exceeding importsby $219.15 million.

Export Strengths

Iraq's exports to Pakistan total $219.15 million, with competitive advantages in petroleum gases and other gaseous hydrocarbons: liquefied, n.e.c. in heading no. 2711, representing $201.90M or92.1% of bilateral exports.

Import Dependencies

Imports from Pakistan amount to $0.00, highlighting economic interdependence in fans: table, floor, wall, window, ceiling or roof fans, with a self-contained electric motor of an output not exceeding 125w, with Fans: table, floor, wall, window, ceiling or roof fans, with a self-contained electric motor of an output not exceeding 125W comprisingInfinity% of total imports.

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