Japan-Suriname Bilateral Trade Analysis 2023

Complete trade statistics: $60.07M total volume •Japan surplus: $47.55M

JapanSuriname

$53.81M

Exports (2023)

SurinameJapan

$6.26M

Imports (2023)

Trade Balance

$47.55M

Surplus for Japan

Total Trade

$60.07M

Combined Volume

Trade Flow Visualization

Direct trade relationship between Japan and Suriname. Green line shows exports from Japan, red line shows imports.

Detailed Product Trade Analysis

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

JapanSuriname Exports

$53.81M
2023 Total

Export Market Intelligence

Product Diversity:
Specialized Focus
Market Share:
32.1% top product
1Vehicles: with only spark-ignition internal combustion reciprocating piston engine, cylinder capacity over 1500 but not over 3000cc
$17.26M
32.1% of exports
2Vehicles: with only spark-ignition internal combustion reciprocating piston engine, cylinder capacity over 1000 but not over 1500cc
$13.50M
25.1% of exports
3Rubber: new pneumatic tyres, of a kind used on construction, mining or industrial handling vehicles and machines
$3.87M
7.2% of exports
4Vehicles: compression-ignition internal combustion piston engine (diesel or semi-diesel), for transport of goods, (of a g.v.w. exceeding 5 tonnes but not exceeding 20 tonnes), n.e.c. in item no 8704.1
$2.94M
5.5% of exports
5Vehicles: with only spark-ignition internal combustion reciprocating piston engine, cylinder capacity over 3000cc
$2.89M
5.4% of exports

🎯 Strategic Export Focus

Japan's export portfolio to Suriname demonstrates strategic specialization, with vehicles: with only spark-ignition internal combustion reciprocating piston engine, cylinder capacity over 1500 but not over 3000cc representing a key competitive advantage in this bilateral market.

SurinameJapan Imports

$6.26M
2023 Total

Import Dependency Profile

Supply Diversity:
Concentrated
Critical Imports:
59.2% concentration
1Fish meat, excluding fillets, whether or not minced: frozen, n.e.c. in item no. 0304.9
$3.70M
59.2% of imports
2Crustaceans: frozen, shrimps and prawns, excluding cold-water varieties, in shell or not, smoked, cooked or not before or during smoking: in shell, cooked by steaming or by boiling in water
$900,903
14.4% of imports
3Wood, tropical, n.e.c. in item no. 4407.2, sawn or chipped lengthwise, sliced or peeled, whether or not planed, sanded or end-jointed, of a thickness exceeding 6mm
$507,042
8.1% of imports
4Copper: waste and scrap
$505,569
8.1% of imports
5Wood: sawn or chipped lengthwise, sliced or peeled, of a thickness exceeding 6mm, whether or not planed, sanded or finger-jointed, n.e.c. in heading no. 4407
$257,980
4.1% of imports

📦 Import Strategy Analysis

Japan's import pattern from Suriname reveals significant dependencyin fish meat, excluding fillets, whether or not minced: frozen, n.e.c. in item no. 0304.9, highlighting complementary economic structures and potential supply chain optimization opportunities.

Competitive Trade Position Analysis

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Market Leadership

Japan demonstrates competitive strength in exportingvehicles: with only spark-ignition internal combustion reciprocating piston engine, cylinder capacity over 1500 but not over 3000cc to Suriname, 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 $60.07M trade volume indicates substantial economic integration with room for expansion in emerging sectors.

Significant Partnership

Executive Summary: Japan-Suriname Trade Relationship

Key Trade Highlights 2023

  • Total Trade Volume: $60.07 millionrepresenting a significant bilateral economic relationship
  • Trade Balance: Japan maintains a surplus of $47.55 million
  • Export Focus: Japan's primary exports include vehicles: with only spark-ignition internal combustion reciprocating piston engine, cylinder capacity over 1500 but not over 3000cc, vehicles: with only spark-ignition internal combustion reciprocating piston engine, cylinder capacity over 1000 but not over 1500cc, rubber: new pneumatic tyres, of a kind used on construction, mining or industrial handling vehicles and machines
  • Import Dependencies: Key imports from Suriname include fish meat, excluding fillets, whether or not minced: frozen, n.e.c. in item no. 0304.9, crustaceans: frozen, shrimps and prawns, excluding cold-water varieties, in shell or not, smoked, cooked or not before or during smoking: in shell, cooked by steaming or by boiling in water, wood, tropical, n.e.c. in item no. 4407.2, sawn or chipped lengthwise, sliced or peeled, whether or not planed, sanded or end-jointed, of a thickness exceeding 6mm

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 $60.07M 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 Japan leveraging its comparative advantages in vehicles: with only spark-ignition internal combustion reciprocating piston engine, cylinder capacity over 1500 but not over 3000cc.

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

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Comparative Advantage

Japan's specialization in vehicles: with only spark-ignition internal combustion reciprocating piston engine, cylinder capacity over 1500 but not over 3000cccomplements Suriname's demand patterns, creating natural trade synergies.

2

Supply Chain Integration

Deep integration in global value chains has strengthened bilateral linkages, particularly in fish meat, excluding fillets, whether or not minced: frozen, n.e.c. in item no. 0304.9.

3

Market Access & Trade Policy

Favorable trade agreements and market access conditions have facilitated the growth of this $60.07M bilateral relationship.

Trade Pattern Insights

Trade ComplementarityAsymmetric
Seasonal VariationsModerate
Product ConcentrationMedium
Market DependencyHigh
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Trade Relationship Outlook

The $60.07M 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 $60.07 million bilateral trade volume represents a important trade relationshipfor both economies.

Economic Significance: Moderate
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Industrial Integration

Trade flows in vehicles: with only spark-ignition internal combustion reciprocating piston engine, cylinder capacity over 1500 but not over 3000cc and fish meat, excluding fillets, whether or not minced: frozen, n.e.c. in item no. 0304.9 demonstrate deep industrial linkages and supply chain integration.

Supply Chain Integration: Specialized
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Trade Balance Effects

Japan's trade surplus of $47.55 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 vehicles: with only spark-ignition internal combustion reciprocating piston engine, cylinder capacity over 1000 but not over 1500cc present expansion opportunities.
Market Diversification
Beyond current focus on fish meat, excluding fillets, whether or not minced: frozen, n.e.c. in item no. 0304.9, 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 vehicles: with only spark-ignition internal combustion reciprocating piston engine, cylinder capacity over 1500 but not over 3000cc 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 Japan and Suriname represents a total trade volume of $60.07 million in 2023. This partnership demonstrates a favorable trade balance for Japan, with exports exceeding importsby $47.55 million.

Export Strengths

Japan's exports to Suriname total $53.81 million, with competitive advantages in vehicles: with only spark-ignition internal combustion reciprocating piston engine, cylinder capacity over 1500 but not over 3000cc, representing $17.26M or32.1% of bilateral exports.

Import Dependencies

Imports from Suriname amount to $6.26 million, highlighting economic interdependence in fish meat, excluding fillets, whether or not minced: frozen, n.e.c. in item no. 0304.9, with Fish meat, excluding fillets, whether or not minced: frozen, n.e.c. in item no. 0304.9 comprising59.2% of total imports.

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