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Montenegro-North Macedonia Bilateral Trade Analysis 2023

Complete trade statistics: $16.04M total volume •Montenegro surplus: $16.04M

MontenegroNorth Macedonia

$16.04M

Exports (2023)

North MacedoniaMontenegro

$0

Imports (2023)

Trade Balance

$16.04M

Surplus for Montenegro

Total Trade

$16.04M

Combined Volume

Trade Flow Visualization

Direct trade relationship between Montenegro and North Macedonia. Green line shows exports from Montenegro, red line shows imports.

Detailed Product Trade Analysis

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

MontenegroNorth Macedonia Exports

$16.04M
2023 Total

Export Market Intelligence

Product Diversity:
Specialized Focus
Market Share:
20.5% top product
1Wood: coniferous species, of fir (Abies spp.) and spruce (Picea spp.), sawn or chipped lengthwise, sliced or peeled, whether or not planed, sanded or finger-jointed, of a thickness exceeding 6mm
$3.29M
20.5% of exports
2Wood: for fuel, sawdust and wood waste and scrap, agglomerated in logs, briquettes, pellets or similar forms: wood pellets
$3.17M
19.8% of exports
3Ferrous waste and scrap: n.e.c. in heading no. 7204
$2.28M
14.2% of exports
4Ferrous waste and scrap: of cast iron
$1.42M
8.8% of exports
5Ferrous waste and scrap: of alloy steel (excluding stainless)
$1.07M
6.7% of exports

🎯 Strategic Export Focus

Montenegro's export portfolio to North Macedonia demonstrates strategic specialization, with wood: coniferous species, of fir (abies spp.) and spruce (picea spp.), sawn or chipped lengthwise, sliced or peeled, whether or not planed, sanded or finger-jointed, of a thickness exceeding 6mm representing a key competitive advantage in this bilateral market.

North MacedoniaMontenegro Imports

$0
2023 Total

Import Dependency Profile

Supply Diversity:
Concentrated
Critical Imports:
Infinity% concentration
1Meat preparations: sausages and similar products, of meat, meat offal or blood, and food preparations based on these products
$3.76M
Infinity% of imports
2Medicaments: consisting of mixed or unmixed products n.e.c. in heading no. 3004, for therapeutic or prophylactic uses, packaged for retail sale
$2.30M
Infinity% of imports
3Iron or non-alloy steel: flat-rolled, width 600mm or more, painted, varnished or coated with plastics
$2.12M
Infinity% of imports
4Vegetable preparations: vegetables and mixtures of vegetables n.e.c. in heading no. 2005, prepared or preserved otherwise than by vinegar or acetic acid, not frozen
$1.56M
Infinity% of imports
5Electrical energy
$1.46M
Infinity% of imports

📦 Import Strategy Analysis

Montenegro's import pattern from North Macedonia reveals significant dependencyin meat preparations: sausages and similar products, of meat, meat offal or blood, and food preparations based on these products, highlighting complementary economic structures and potential supply chain optimization opportunities.

Competitive Trade Position Analysis

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Market Leadership

Montenegro demonstrates competitive strength in exportingwood: coniferous species, of fir (abies spp.) and spruce (picea spp.), sawn or chipped lengthwise, sliced or peeled, whether or not planed, sanded or finger-jointed, of a thickness exceeding 6mm to North Macedonia, 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 $16.04M trade volume indicates substantial economic integration with room for expansion in emerging sectors.

Significant Partnership

Executive Summary: Montenegro-North Macedonia Trade Relationship

Key Trade Highlights 2023

  • Total Trade Volume: $16.04 millionrepresenting a significant bilateral economic relationship
  • Trade Balance: Montenegro maintains a surplus of $16.04 million
  • Export Focus: Montenegro's primary exports include wood: coniferous species, of fir (abies spp.) and spruce (picea spp.), sawn or chipped lengthwise, sliced or peeled, whether or not planed, sanded or finger-jointed, of a thickness exceeding 6mm, wood: for fuel, sawdust and wood waste and scrap, agglomerated in logs, briquettes, pellets or similar forms: wood pellets, ferrous waste and scrap: n.e.c. in heading no. 7204
  • Import Dependencies: Key imports from North Macedonia include meat preparations: sausages and similar products, of meat, meat offal or blood, and food preparations based on these products, medicaments: consisting of mixed or unmixed products n.e.c. in heading no. 3004, for therapeutic or prophylactic uses, packaged for retail sale, iron or non-alloy steel: flat-rolled, width 600mm or more, painted, varnished or coated with plastics

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 $16.04M 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 Montenegro leveraging its comparative advantages in wood: coniferous species, of fir (abies spp.) and spruce (picea spp.), sawn or chipped lengthwise, sliced or peeled, whether or not planed, sanded or finger-jointed, of a thickness exceeding 6mm.

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

Montenegro's specialization in wood: coniferous species, of fir (abies spp.) and spruce (picea spp.), sawn or chipped lengthwise, sliced or peeled, whether or not planed, sanded or finger-jointed, of a thickness exceeding 6mmcomplements North Macedonia's demand patterns, creating natural trade synergies.

2

Supply Chain Integration

Deep integration in global value chains has strengthened bilateral linkages, particularly in meat preparations: sausages and similar products, of meat, meat offal or blood, and food preparations based on these products.

3

Market Access & Trade Policy

Favorable trade agreements and market access conditions have facilitated the growth of this $16.04M bilateral relationship.

Trade Pattern Insights

Trade ComplementarityAsymmetric
Seasonal VariationsModerate
Product ConcentrationMedium
Market DependencyHigh
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Trade Relationship Outlook

The $16.04M 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 $16.04 million bilateral trade volume represents a important trade relationshipfor both economies.

Economic Significance: Moderate
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Industrial Integration

Trade flows in wood: coniferous species, of fir (abies spp.) and spruce (picea spp.), sawn or chipped lengthwise, sliced or peeled, whether or not planed, sanded or finger-jointed, of a thickness exceeding 6mm and meat preparations: sausages and similar products, of meat, meat offal or blood, and food preparations based on these products demonstrate deep industrial linkages and supply chain integration.

Supply Chain Integration: Specialized
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Trade Balance Effects

Montenegro's trade surplus of $16.04 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 wood: for fuel, sawdust and wood waste and scrap, agglomerated in logs, briquettes, pellets or similar forms: wood pellets present expansion opportunities.
Market Diversification
Beyond current focus on meat preparations: sausages and similar products, of meat, meat offal or blood, and food preparations based on these products, 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 wood: coniferous species, of fir (abies spp.) and spruce (picea spp.), sawn or chipped lengthwise, sliced or peeled, whether or not planed, sanded or finger-jointed, of a thickness exceeding 6mm 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 Montenegro and North Macedonia represents a total trade volume of $16.04 million in 2023. This partnership demonstrates a favorable trade balance for Montenegro, with exports exceeding importsby $16.04 million.

Export Strengths

Montenegro's exports to North Macedonia total $16.04 million, with competitive advantages in wood: coniferous species, of fir (abies spp.) and spruce (picea spp.), sawn or chipped lengthwise, sliced or peeled, whether or not planed, sanded or finger-jointed, of a thickness exceeding 6mm, representing $3.29M or20.5% of bilateral exports.

Import Dependencies

Imports from North Macedonia amount to $0.00, highlighting economic interdependence in meat preparations: sausages and similar products, of meat, meat offal or blood, and food preparations based on these products, with Meat preparations: sausages and similar products, of meat, meat offal or blood, and food preparations based on these products comprisingInfinity% of total imports.

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