Maldives-Indonesia Bilateral Trade Analysis 2023

Complete trade statistics: $61.05M total volume •Maldives deficit: $61.05M

MaldivesIndonesia

$0

Exports (2023)

IndonesiaMaldives

$61.05M

Imports (2023)

Trade Balance

$61.05M

Deficit for Maldives

Total Trade

$61.05M

Combined Volume

Trade Flow Visualization

Direct trade relationship between Maldives and Indonesia. Green line shows exports from Maldives, red line shows imports.

Detailed Product Trade Analysis

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

MaldivesIndonesia Exports

$0
2023 Total

Export Market Intelligence

Product Diversity:
Specialized Focus
Market Share:
Infinity% top product
1Flours, meals and pellets: of fish or of crustaceans, molluscs or other aquatic invertebrates
$579,144
Infinity% of exports
2Fish: frozen, skipjack or stripe-bellied bonito, excluding fillets, fish meat of 0304, and edible fish offal of subheadings 0303.91 to 0303.99
$90,062
Infinity% of exports
3Iron or steel: threaded screws and bolts n.e.c. in item no. 7318.1, whether or not with their nuts or washers
$205
Infinity% of exports
4Underpants and briefs: men's or boys', of textile materials (other than cotton or man-made fibres), knitted or crocheted
$182
Infinity% of exports
5T-shirts, singlets and other vests: of textile materials (other than cotton), knitted or crocheted
$115
Infinity% of exports

🎯 Strategic Export Focus

Maldives's export portfolio to Indonesia demonstrates strategic specialization, with flours, meals and pellets: of fish or of crustaceans, molluscs or other aquatic invertebrates representing a key competitive advantage in this bilateral market.

IndonesiaMaldives Imports

$61.05M
2023 Total

Import Dependency Profile

Supply Diversity:
Concentrated
Critical Imports:
6.1% concentration
1Washing and cleaning preparations: surface-active, whether or not containing soap (excluding those of heading no. 3401), put up for retail sale
$3.72M
6.1% of imports
2Vegetable, mineral carving material and articles of these materials, moulded or carved articles of wax, stearin, natural gums, resins or modelling pastes, worked unhardened gelatin (not heading no. 3503)
$3.70M
6.1% of imports
3Cement: portland, other than white, whether or not artificially coloured
$2.97M
4.9% of imports
4Furniture: wooden, other than for office, kitchen or bedroom use
$2.93M
4.8% of imports
5Rubber: vulcanised (other than hard rubber), tubing, piping and hoses, reinforced or otherwise combined with materials other than metal or textiles, with fittings
$1.90M
3.1% of imports

📦 Import Strategy Analysis

Maldives's import pattern from Indonesia reveals significant dependencyin washing and cleaning preparations: surface-active, whether or not containing soap (excluding those of heading no. 3401), put up for retail sale, highlighting complementary economic structures and potential supply chain optimization opportunities.

Competitive Trade Position Analysis

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Market Leadership

Maldives demonstrates competitive strength in exportingflours, meals and pellets: of fish or of crustaceans, molluscs or other aquatic invertebrates to Indonesia, 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 $61.05M trade volume indicates substantial economic integration with room for expansion in emerging sectors.

Significant Partnership

Executive Summary: Maldives-Indonesia Trade Relationship

Key Trade Highlights 2023

  • Total Trade Volume: $61.05 millionrepresenting a significant bilateral economic relationship
  • Trade Balance: Maldives maintains a deficit of $61.05 million
  • Export Focus: Maldives's primary exports include flours, meals and pellets: of fish or of crustaceans, molluscs or other aquatic invertebrates, fish: frozen, skipjack or stripe-bellied bonito, excluding fillets, fish meat of 0304, and edible fish offal of subheadings 0303.91 to 0303.99, iron or steel: threaded screws and bolts n.e.c. in item no. 7318.1, whether or not with their nuts or washers
  • Import Dependencies: Key imports from Indonesia include washing and cleaning preparations: surface-active, whether or not containing soap (excluding those of heading no. 3401), put up for retail sale, vegetable, mineral carving material and articles of these materials, moulded or carved articles of wax, stearin, natural gums, resins or modelling pastes, worked unhardened gelatin (not heading no. 3503), cement: portland, other than white, whether or not artificially coloured

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 $61.05M 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 Maldives leveraging its comparative advantages in flours, meals and pellets: of fish or of crustaceans, molluscs or other aquatic invertebrates.

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

Maldives's specialization in flours, meals and pellets: of fish or of crustaceans, molluscs or other aquatic invertebratescomplements Indonesia's demand patterns, creating natural trade synergies.

2

Supply Chain Integration

Deep integration in global value chains has strengthened bilateral linkages, particularly in washing and cleaning preparations: surface-active, whether or not containing soap (excluding those of heading no. 3401), put up for retail sale.

3

Market Access & Trade Policy

Favorable trade agreements and market access conditions have facilitated the growth of this $61.05M bilateral relationship.

Trade Pattern Insights

Trade ComplementarityAsymmetric
Seasonal VariationsModerate
Product ConcentrationMedium
Market DependencyHigh
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Trade Relationship Outlook

The $61.05M 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 $61.05 million bilateral trade volume represents a important trade relationshipfor both economies.

Economic Significance: Moderate
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Industrial Integration

Trade flows in flours, meals and pellets: of fish or of crustaceans, molluscs or other aquatic invertebrates and washing and cleaning preparations: surface-active, whether or not containing soap (excluding those of heading no. 3401), put up for retail sale demonstrate deep industrial linkages and supply chain integration.

Supply Chain Integration: Specialized
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Trade Balance Effects

Maldives's trade deficit of $61.05 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 fish: frozen, skipjack or stripe-bellied bonito, excluding fillets, fish meat of 0304, and edible fish offal of subheadings 0303.91 to 0303.99 present expansion opportunities.
Market Diversification
Beyond current focus on washing and cleaning preparations: surface-active, whether or not containing soap (excluding those of heading no. 3401), put up for retail sale, 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 flours, meals and pellets: of fish or of crustaceans, molluscs or other aquatic invertebrates 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 Maldives and Indonesia represents a total trade volume of $61.05 million in 2023. This partnership demonstrates an unfavorable trade balance for Maldives, with imports exceeding exportsby $61.05 million.

Export Strengths

Maldives's exports to Indonesia total $0.00, with competitive advantages in flours, meals and pellets: of fish or of crustaceans, molluscs or other aquatic invertebrates, representing $579,144 orInfinity% of bilateral exports.

Import Dependencies

Imports from Indonesia amount to $61.05 million, highlighting economic interdependence in washing and cleaning preparations: surface-active, whether or not containing soap (excluding those of heading no. 3401), put up for retail sale, with Washing and cleaning preparations: surface-active, whether or not containing soap (excluding those of heading no. 3401), put up for retail sale comprising6.1% of total imports.

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