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Lebanon-Rep. of Korea Bilateral Trade Analysis 2023

Complete trade statistics: $68.40M total volume •Lebanon surplus: $68.40M

LebanonRep. of Korea

$68.40M

Exports (2023)

Rep. of KoreaLebanon

$0

Imports (2023)

Trade Balance

$68.40M

Surplus for Lebanon

Total Trade

$68.40M

Combined Volume

Trade Flow Visualization

Direct trade relationship between Lebanon and Rep. of Korea. Green line shows exports from Lebanon, red line shows imports.

Detailed Product Trade Analysis

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

LebanonRep. of Korea Exports

$68.40M
2023 Total

Export Market Intelligence

Product Diversity:
Specialized Focus
Market Share:
48.2% top product
1Aluminium: waste and scrap
$32.96M
48.2% of exports
2Copper: waste and scrap
$20.54M
30.0% of exports
3Aluminium: powders of lamellar structure, flakes
$8.28M
12.1% of exports
4Zinc: waste and scrap
$3.39M
5.0% of exports
5Ferrous waste and scrap: of alloy steel (excluding stainless)
$2.62M
3.8% of exports

🎯 Strategic Export Focus

Lebanon's export portfolio to Rep. of Korea demonstrates strategic specialization, with aluminium: waste and scrap representing a key competitive advantage in this bilateral market.

Rep. of KoreaLebanon Imports

$0
2023 Total

Import Dependency Profile

Supply Diversity:
Concentrated
Critical Imports:
Infinity% concentration
1Vehicles: with only spark-ignition internal combustion reciprocating piston engine, cylinder capacity over 1500 but not over 3000cc
$34.34M
Infinity% of imports
2Electric accumulators: lead-acid, of a kind used for starting piston engines, including separators, whether or not rectangular (including square)
$12.25M
Infinity% of imports
3Rubber: new pneumatic tyres, of a kind used on motor cars (including station wagons and racing cars)
$5.48M
Infinity% of imports
4Vehicles: with only spark-ignition internal combustion reciprocating piston engine, cylinder capacity over 1000 but not over 1500cc
$5.13M
Infinity% of imports
5Vehicle parts and accessories: n.e.c. in heading no. 8708
$3.71M
Infinity% of imports

📦 Import Strategy Analysis

Lebanon's import pattern from Rep. of Korea reveals significant dependencyin vehicles: with only spark-ignition internal combustion reciprocating piston engine, cylinder capacity over 1500 but not over 3000cc, highlighting complementary economic structures and potential supply chain optimization opportunities.

Competitive Trade Position Analysis

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Market Leadership

Lebanon demonstrates competitive strength in exportingaluminium: waste and scrap to Rep. of Korea, 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 $68.40M trade volume indicates substantial economic integration with room for expansion in emerging sectors.

Significant Partnership

Executive Summary: Lebanon-Rep. of Korea Trade Relationship

Key Trade Highlights 2023

  • Total Trade Volume: $68.40 millionrepresenting a significant bilateral economic relationship
  • Trade Balance: Lebanon maintains a surplus of $68.40 million
  • Export Focus: Lebanon's primary exports include aluminium: waste and scrap, copper: waste and scrap, aluminium: powders of lamellar structure, flakes
  • Import Dependencies: Key imports from Rep. of Korea include vehicles: with only spark-ignition internal combustion reciprocating piston engine, cylinder capacity over 1500 but not over 3000cc, electric accumulators: lead-acid, of a kind used for starting piston engines, including separators, whether or not rectangular (including square), rubber: new pneumatic tyres, of a kind used on motor cars (including station wagons and racing cars)

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 $68.40M 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 Lebanon leveraging its comparative advantages in aluminium: waste and scrap.

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

Lebanon's specialization in aluminium: waste and scrapcomplements Rep. of Korea's demand patterns, creating natural trade synergies.

2

Supply Chain Integration

Deep integration in global value chains has strengthened bilateral linkages, particularly in vehicles: with only spark-ignition internal combustion reciprocating piston engine, cylinder capacity over 1500 but not over 3000cc.

3

Market Access & Trade Policy

Favorable trade agreements and market access conditions have facilitated the growth of this $68.40M bilateral relationship.

Trade Pattern Insights

Trade ComplementarityAsymmetric
Seasonal VariationsModerate
Product ConcentrationMedium
Market DependencyHigh
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Trade Relationship Outlook

The $68.40M 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 $68.40 million bilateral trade volume represents a important trade relationshipfor both economies.

Economic Significance: Moderate
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Industrial Integration

Trade flows in aluminium: waste and scrap and vehicles: with only spark-ignition internal combustion reciprocating piston engine, cylinder capacity over 1500 but not over 3000cc demonstrate deep industrial linkages and supply chain integration.

Supply Chain Integration: Specialized
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Trade Balance Effects

Lebanon's trade surplus of $68.40 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 copper: waste and scrap present expansion opportunities.
Market Diversification
Beyond current focus on vehicles: with only spark-ignition internal combustion reciprocating piston engine, cylinder capacity over 1500 but not over 3000cc, 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 aluminium: waste and scrap 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 Lebanon and Rep. of Korea represents a total trade volume of $68.40 million in 2023. This partnership demonstrates a favorable trade balance for Lebanon, with exports exceeding importsby $68.40 million.

Export Strengths

Lebanon's exports to Rep. of Korea total $68.40 million, with competitive advantages in aluminium: waste and scrap, representing $32.96M or48.2% of bilateral exports.

Import Dependencies

Imports from Rep. of Korea amount to $0.00, highlighting economic interdependence in vehicles: with only spark-ignition internal combustion reciprocating piston engine, cylinder capacity over 1500 but not over 3000cc, with Vehicles: with only spark-ignition internal combustion reciprocating piston engine, cylinder capacity over 1500 but not over 3000cc comprisingInfinity% of total imports.

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