Mongolia-France Bilateral Trade Analysis 2023

Complete trade statistics: $77.36M total volume •Mongolia deficit: $55.24M

MongoliaFrance

$11.06M

Exports (2023)

FranceMongolia

$66.30M

Imports (2023)

Trade Balance

$55.24M

Deficit for Mongolia

Total Trade

$77.36M

Combined Volume

Trade Flow Visualization

Direct trade relationship between Mongolia and France. Green line shows exports from Mongolia, red line shows imports.

Detailed Product Trade Analysis

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

MongoliaFrance Exports

$11.06M
2023 Total

Export Market Intelligence

Product Diversity:
Specialized Focus
Market Share:
50.1% top product
1Jerseys, pullovers, cardigans, waistcoats and similar articles: knitted or crocheted, of fibres from kashmir (cashmere) goats
$5.54M
50.1% of exports
2Hair: fine animal hair, not carded or combed, of kashmir (cashmere) goats
$1.87M
16.9% of exports
3Coats: women's or girls' overcoats, car-coats, capes, anoraks, wind-jackets and similar articles, of wool or fine animal hair, knitted or crocheted (excluding those of heading no. 6104)
$728,455
6.6% of exports
4Buildings: prefabricated, of wood
$309,193
2.8% of exports
5Hats and other headgear: knitted or crocheted, or made up from lace, felt or other textile fabric, in the piece (but not in strips), whether or not lined or trimmed: hair-nets of any material, whether or not lined or trimmed
$288,156
2.6% of exports

🎯 Strategic Export Focus

Mongolia's export portfolio to France demonstrates strategic specialization, with jerseys, pullovers, cardigans, waistcoats and similar articles: knitted or crocheted, of fibres from kashmir (cashmere) goats representing a key competitive advantage in this bilateral market.

FranceMongolia Imports

$66.30M
2023 Total

Import Dependency Profile

Supply Diversity:
Concentrated
Critical Imports:
27.0% concentration
1Machinery: parts of machines handling earth, minerals or ores and n.e.c. in heading no. 8431
$17.88M
27.0% of imports
2Mechanical shovels, excavators and shovel loaders: with a 360 degree revolving super structure
$4.01M
6.0% of imports
3Cosmetic and toilet preparations: n.e.c. in heading no. 3304, for the care of the skin (excluding medicaments, including sunscreen or sun tan preparations)
$3.67M
5.5% of imports
4Wine: still, in containers holding 2 litres or less
$2.98M
4.5% of imports
5Glass: carboys, bottles, flasks, jars, pots, phials and other containers of glass, (not ampoules), used for the conveyance or packing of goods
$2.68M
4.0% of imports

📦 Import Strategy Analysis

Mongolia's import pattern from France reveals significant dependencyin machinery: parts of machines handling earth, minerals or ores and n.e.c. in heading no. 8431, highlighting complementary economic structures and potential supply chain optimization opportunities.

Competitive Trade Position Analysis

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Market Leadership

Mongolia demonstrates competitive strength in exportingjerseys, pullovers, cardigans, waistcoats and similar articles: knitted or crocheted, of fibres from kashmir (cashmere) goats to France, 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 $77.36M trade volume indicates substantial economic integration with room for expansion in emerging sectors.

Significant Partnership

Executive Summary: Mongolia-France Trade Relationship

Key Trade Highlights 2023

  • Total Trade Volume: $77.36 millionrepresenting a significant bilateral economic relationship
  • Trade Balance: Mongolia maintains a deficit of $55.24 million
  • Export Focus: Mongolia's primary exports include jerseys, pullovers, cardigans, waistcoats and similar articles: knitted or crocheted, of fibres from kashmir (cashmere) goats, hair: fine animal hair, not carded or combed, of kashmir (cashmere) goats, coats: women's or girls' overcoats, car-coats, capes, anoraks, wind-jackets and similar articles, of wool or fine animal hair, knitted or crocheted (excluding those of heading no. 6104)
  • Import Dependencies: Key imports from France include machinery: parts of machines handling earth, minerals or ores and n.e.c. in heading no. 8431, mechanical shovels, excavators and shovel loaders: with a 360 degree revolving super structure, cosmetic and toilet preparations: n.e.c. in heading no. 3304, for the care of the skin (excluding medicaments, including sunscreen or sun tan preparations)

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 $77.36M 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 Mongolia leveraging its comparative advantages in jerseys, pullovers, cardigans, waistcoats and similar articles: knitted or crocheted, of fibres from kashmir (cashmere) goats.

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

Mongolia's specialization in jerseys, pullovers, cardigans, waistcoats and similar articles: knitted or crocheted, of fibres from kashmir (cashmere) goatscomplements France's demand patterns, creating natural trade synergies.

2

Supply Chain Integration

Deep integration in global value chains has strengthened bilateral linkages, particularly in machinery: parts of machines handling earth, minerals or ores and n.e.c. in heading no. 8431.

3

Market Access & Trade Policy

Favorable trade agreements and market access conditions have facilitated the growth of this $77.36M bilateral relationship.

Trade Pattern Insights

Trade ComplementarityAsymmetric
Seasonal VariationsModerate
Product ConcentrationMedium
Market DependencyHigh
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Trade Relationship Outlook

The $77.36M 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 $77.36 million bilateral trade volume represents a important trade relationshipfor both economies.

Economic Significance: Moderate
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Industrial Integration

Trade flows in jerseys, pullovers, cardigans, waistcoats and similar articles: knitted or crocheted, of fibres from kashmir (cashmere) goats and machinery: parts of machines handling earth, minerals or ores and n.e.c. in heading no. 8431 demonstrate deep industrial linkages and supply chain integration.

Supply Chain Integration: Specialized
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Trade Balance Effects

Mongolia's trade deficit of $55.24 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 hair: fine animal hair, not carded or combed, of kashmir (cashmere) goats present expansion opportunities.
Market Diversification
Beyond current focus on machinery: parts of machines handling earth, minerals or ores and n.e.c. in heading no. 8431, 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 jerseys, pullovers, cardigans, waistcoats and similar articles: knitted or crocheted, of fibres from kashmir (cashmere) goats 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 Mongolia and France represents a total trade volume of $77.36 million in 2023. This partnership demonstrates an unfavorable trade balance for Mongolia, with imports exceeding exportsby $55.24 million.

Export Strengths

Mongolia's exports to France total $11.06 million, with competitive advantages in jerseys, pullovers, cardigans, waistcoats and similar articles: knitted or crocheted, of fibres from kashmir (cashmere) goats, representing $5.54M or50.1% of bilateral exports.

Import Dependencies

Imports from France amount to $66.30 million, highlighting economic interdependence in machinery: parts of machines handling earth, minerals or ores and n.e.c. in heading no. 8431, with Machinery: parts of machines handling earth, minerals or ores and n.e.c. in heading no. 8431 comprising27.0% of total imports.

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