Italy-Myanmar Bilateral Trade Analysis 2023

Complete trade statistics: $581.77M total volume •Italy deficit: $366.66M

ItalyMyanmar

$107.55M

Exports (2023)

MyanmarItaly

$474.21M

Imports (2023)

Trade Balance

$366.66M

Deficit for Italy

Total Trade

$581.77M

Combined Volume

Trade Flow Visualization

Direct trade relationship between Italy and Myanmar. Green line shows exports from Italy, red line shows imports.

Detailed Product Trade Analysis

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

ItalyMyanmar Exports

$107.55M
2023 Total

Export Market Intelligence

Product Diversity:
Specialized Focus
Market Share:
34.7% top product
1Helicopters: of an unladen weight exceeding 2000kg
$37.29M
34.7% of exports
2Flours, meals and pellets: of meat or meat offal, greaves
$14.14M
13.1% of exports
3Dog or cat food: (not put up for retail sale), used in animal feeding
$11.26M
10.5% of exports
4Machinery: for packing or wrapping
$5.56M
5.2% of exports
5Fabrics, woven: of combed wool or combed fine animal hair, containing 85% or more by weight of wool or fine animal hair, of a weight not exceeding 200g/m2
$4.39M
4.1% of exports

🎯 Strategic Export Focus

Italy's export portfolio to Myanmar demonstrates strategic specialization, with helicopters: of an unladen weight exceeding 2000kg representing a key competitive advantage in this bilateral market.

MyanmarItaly Imports

$474.21M
2023 Total

Import Dependency Profile

Supply Diversity:
Concentrated
Critical Imports:
12.0% concentration
1Cases and containers: handbags (whether or not with shoulder strap and including those without handle), with outer surface of sheeting of plastics or of textile materials
$56.86M
12.0% of imports
2Anoraks (including ski-jackets), wind-cheaters, wind-jackets and similar articles: men's or boys', of man-made fibres, other than those of heading no. 6203 (not knitted or crocheted)
$49.41M
10.4% of imports
3Anoraks (including ski-jackets), wind-cheaters, wind-jackets and similar articles: women's or girls', of man-made fibres, other than those of heading no. 6204 (not knitted or crocheted)
$48.50M
10.2% of imports
4Footwear: (other than sportswear), with outer soles of rubber or plastics and uppers of textile materials
$33.57M
7.1% of imports
5Footwear: n.e.c. in heading no. 6403, (not covering the ankle), outer soles of rubber, plastics or composition leather, uppers of leather
$29.60M
6.2% of imports

📦 Import Strategy Analysis

Italy's import pattern from Myanmar reveals significant dependencyin cases and containers: handbags (whether or not with shoulder strap and including those without handle), with outer surface of sheeting of plastics or of textile materials, highlighting complementary economic structures and potential supply chain optimization opportunities.

Competitive Trade Position Analysis

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Market Leadership

Italy demonstrates competitive strength in exportinghelicopters: of an unladen weight exceeding 2000kg to Myanmar, 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 $581.77M trade volume indicates substantial economic integration with room for expansion in emerging sectors.

Significant Partnership

Executive Summary: Italy-Myanmar Trade Relationship

Key Trade Highlights 2023

  • Total Trade Volume: $581.77 millionrepresenting a significant bilateral economic relationship
  • Trade Balance: Italy maintains a deficit of $366.66 million
  • Export Focus: Italy's primary exports include helicopters: of an unladen weight exceeding 2000kg, flours, meals and pellets: of meat or meat offal, greaves, dog or cat food: (not put up for retail sale), used in animal feeding
  • Import Dependencies: Key imports from Myanmar include cases and containers: handbags (whether or not with shoulder strap and including those without handle), with outer surface of sheeting of plastics or of textile materials, anoraks (including ski-jackets), wind-cheaters, wind-jackets and similar articles: men's or boys', of man-made fibres, other than those of heading no. 6203 (not knitted or crocheted), anoraks (including ski-jackets), wind-cheaters, wind-jackets and similar articles: women's or girls', of man-made fibres, other than those of heading no. 6204 (not knitted or crocheted)

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 $581.77M 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 Italy leveraging its comparative advantages in helicopters: of an unladen weight exceeding 2000kg.

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

Italy's specialization in helicopters: of an unladen weight exceeding 2000kgcomplements Myanmar's demand patterns, creating natural trade synergies.

2

Supply Chain Integration

Deep integration in global value chains has strengthened bilateral linkages, particularly in cases and containers: handbags (whether or not with shoulder strap and including those without handle), with outer surface of sheeting of plastics or of textile materials.

3

Market Access & Trade Policy

Favorable trade agreements and market access conditions have facilitated the growth of this $581.77M bilateral relationship.

Trade Pattern Insights

Trade ComplementarityAsymmetric
Seasonal VariationsModerate
Product ConcentrationMedium
Market DependencyHigh
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Trade Relationship Outlook

The $581.77M 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 $581.77 million bilateral trade volume represents a important trade relationshipfor both economies.

Economic Significance: Moderate
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Industrial Integration

Trade flows in helicopters: of an unladen weight exceeding 2000kg and cases and containers: handbags (whether or not with shoulder strap and including those without handle), with outer surface of sheeting of plastics or of textile materials demonstrate deep industrial linkages and supply chain integration.

Supply Chain Integration: Specialized
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Trade Balance Effects

Italy's trade deficit of $366.66 million impacts its overall economic position in this bilateral relationship.

Balance Impact: Import Dependency

Strategic Future Outlook

🚀Growth Opportunities

Emerging Sectors
Technology transfer and innovation cooperation in flours, meals and pellets: of meat or meat offal, greaves present expansion opportunities.
Market Diversification
Beyond current focus on cases and containers: handbags (whether or not with shoulder strap and including those without handle), with outer surface of sheeting of plastics or of textile materials, 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 helicopters: of an unladen weight exceeding 2000kg 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 Italy and Myanmar represents a total trade volume of $581.77 million in 2023. This partnership demonstrates an unfavorable trade balance for Italy, with imports exceeding exportsby $366.66 million.

Export Strengths

Italy's exports to Myanmar total $107.55 million, with competitive advantages in helicopters: of an unladen weight exceeding 2000kg, representing $37.29M or34.7% of bilateral exports.

Import Dependencies

Imports from Myanmar amount to $474.21 million, highlighting economic interdependence in cases and containers: handbags (whether or not with shoulder strap and including those without handle), with outer surface of sheeting of plastics or of textile materials, with Cases and containers: handbags (whether or not with shoulder strap and including those without handle), with outer surface of sheeting of plastics or of textile materials comprising12.0% of total imports.

The trade relationship reflects broader economic patterns and comparative advantages. The trade deficit indicates Italy's strategic sourcing from Myanmar. 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