Morocco-France Bilateral Trade Analysis 2023

Complete trade statistics: $15.32B total volume โ€ขMorocco surplus: $911.95M

Morocco โ†’ France

$8.12B

Exports (2023)

France โ†’ Morocco

$7.20B

Imports (2023)

Trade Balance

$911.95M

Surplus for Morocco

Total Trade

$15.32B

Combined Volume

Trade Flow Visualization

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

Detailed Product Trade Analysis

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

Morocco โ†’ France Exports

$8.12B
2023 Total

Export Market Intelligence

Product Diversity:
Highly Diversified
Market Share:
13.3% top product
1Vehicles: with only spark-ignition internal combustion reciprocating piston engine, cylinder capacity not over 1000cc
$1.08B
13.3% of exports
2Aircraft and spacecraft: parts of aeroplanes or helicopters n.e.c. in heading no. 8803
$1.01B
12.4% of exports
3Vegetables: tomatoes, fresh or chilled
$868.77M
10.7% of exports
4Vehicles: with only spark-ignition internal combustion reciprocating piston engine, cylinder capacity over 1000 but not over 1500cc
$660.15M
8.1% of exports
5Insulated electric conductors: ignition wiring sets and other wiring sets of a kind used in vehicles, aircraft or ships
$432.94M
5.3% of exports
6Vehicles: compression-ignition internal combustion piston engine (diesel or semi-diesel), for transport of goods, (of a gvw not exceeding 5 tonnes), n.e.c. in item no 8704.1
$149.07M
1.8% of exports
7Vehicles: with only compression-ignition internal combustion piston engine (diesel or semi-diesel), cylinder capacity not over 1500cc
$120.61M
1.5% of exports
8Insulated electric conductors: for a voltage not exceeding 1000 volts, fitted with connectors
$115.52M
1.4% of exports
9Electrical apparatus: n.e.c. in heading no. 8536, for switching or protecting electrical circuits, for a voltage not exceeding 1000 volts
$96.26M
1.2% of exports
10Aircraft and spacecraft: parts thereof n.e.c. in chapter 88
$96.04M
1.2% of exports

๐ŸŽฏ Strategic Export Focus

Morocco's export portfolio to France demonstrates strong diversification across multiple sectors, with vehicles: with only spark-ignition internal combustion reciprocating piston engine, cylinder capacity not over 1000cc representing a key competitive advantage in this bilateral market.

France โ†’ Morocco Imports

$7.20B
2023 Total

Import Dependency Profile

Supply Diversity:
Well Diversified
Critical Imports:
8.5% concentration
1Cereals: wheat and meslin, other than durum wheat, other than seed
$613.62M
8.5% of imports
2Engines: reciprocating piston engines, of a kind used for the propulsion of vehicles of chapter 87, of a cylinder capacity exceeding 1000cc
$295.15M
4.1% of imports
3Turbines: parts of turbo-jets and turbo-propellers
$192.62M
2.7% of imports
4Aircraft and spacecraft: parts of aeroplanes or helicopters n.e.c. in heading no. 8803
$181.76M
2.5% of imports
5Vehicles: bodies (including cabs) for the motor vehicles of heading no. 8703
$179.80M
2.5% of imports
6Oils and other products of the distillation of high temperature coal tar: n.e.c. in heading no. 2707
$162.23M
2.3% of imports
7Electrical apparatus: parts suitable for use solely or principally with the apparatus of heading no. 8535, 8536 or 8537
$159.68M
2.2% of imports
8Vehicle parts: steering wheels, steering columns and steering boxes: parts thereof
$145.49M
2.0% of imports
9Aeroplanes and other aircraft: of an unladen weight exceeding 15,000kg
$128.64M
1.8% of imports
10Medicaments: consisting of mixed or unmixed products n.e.c. in heading no. 3004, for therapeutic or prophylactic uses, packaged for retail sale
$107.88M
1.5% of imports

๐Ÿ“ฆ Import Strategy Analysis

Morocco's import pattern from France reveals strategic sourcingin cereals: wheat and meslin, other than durum wheat, other than seed, highlighting complementary economic structures and potential supply chain optimization opportunities.

Competitive Trade Position Analysis

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Market Leadership

Morocco demonstrates competitive strength in exportingvehicles: with only spark-ignition internal combustion reciprocating piston engine, cylinder capacity not over 1000cc to France, leveraging comparative advantages.

Export Leader in 20+ Categories
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Trade Complementarity

The bilateral relationship showsstrongcomplementarity, with each country specializing in different sectors.

Highly Balanced
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Growth Potential

The $15.32B trade volume indicates substantial economic integration with room for expansion in emerging sectors.

Major Partnership

Executive Summary: Morocco-France Trade Relationship

Key Trade Highlights 2023

  • Total Trade Volume: $15.32 billionrepresenting a significant bilateral economic relationship
  • Trade Balance: Morocco maintains a surplus of $911.95 million
  • Export Focus: Morocco's primary exports include vehicles: with only spark-ignition internal combustion reciprocating piston engine, cylinder capacity not over 1000cc, aircraft and spacecraft: parts of aeroplanes or helicopters n.e.c. in heading no. 8803, vegetables: tomatoes, fresh or chilled
  • Import Dependencies: Key imports from France include cereals: wheat and meslin, other than durum wheat, other than seed, engines: reciprocating piston engines, of a kind used for the propulsion of vehicles of chapter 87, of a cylinder capacity exceeding 1000cc, turbines: parts of turbo-jets and turbo-propellers

Strategic Trade Indicators

Trade IntensityHigh
Export DiversificationDiversified
Trade Balance HealthBalanced

๐Ÿ“ˆ Market Position: This bilateral trade relationship represents a significant global 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 $15.32B 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 Morocco leveraging its comparative advantages in vehicles: with only spark-ignition internal combustion reciprocating piston engine, cylinder capacity not over 1000cc.

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

Morocco's specialization in vehicles: with only spark-ignition internal combustion reciprocating piston engine, cylinder capacity not over 1000cccomplements France's demand patterns, creating natural trade synergies.

2

Supply Chain Integration

Deep integration in global value chains has strengthened bilateral linkages, particularly in cereals: wheat and meslin, other than durum wheat, other than seed.

3

Market Access & Trade Policy

Favorable trade agreements and market access conditions have facilitated the growth of this $15.32B bilateral relationship.

Trade Pattern Insights

Trade ComplementarityAsymmetric
Seasonal VariationsModerate
Product ConcentrationLow
Market DependencyModerate
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Trade Relationship Outlook

The $15.32B 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 $15.32 billion bilateral trade volume represents a significant economic factorfor both economies.

Economic Significance: High
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Industrial Integration

Trade flows in vehicles: with only spark-ignition internal combustion reciprocating piston engine, cylinder capacity not over 1000cc and cereals: wheat and meslin, other than durum wheat, other than seed demonstrate deep industrial linkages and supply chain integration.

Supply Chain Integration: Diversified
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Trade Balance Effects

Morocco's trade surplus of $911.95 million strengthens its overall economic position in this bilateral relationship.

Balance Impact: Well Balanced

Strategic Future Outlook

๐Ÿš€Growth Opportunities

Emerging Sectors
Technology transfer and innovation cooperation in aircraft and spacecraft: parts of aeroplanes or helicopters n.e.c. in heading no. 8803 present expansion opportunities.
Market Diversification
Beyond current focus on cereals: wheat and meslin, other than durum wheat, other than seed, new product categories offer potential for trade expansion.

โš ๏ธRisk Factors

Supply Chain Vulnerabilities
Moderate concentration in key sectors requires monitoring
Market Competition
Global competition in vehicles: with only spark-ignition internal combustion reciprocating piston engine, cylinder capacity not over 1000cc may affect future market positioning.

๐ŸŽฏStrategic 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 Morocco and France represents a total trade volume of $15.32 billion in 2023. This partnership demonstrates a favorable trade balance for Morocco, with exports exceeding importsby $911.95 million.

Export Strengths

Morocco's exports to France total $8.12 billion, with competitive advantages in vehicles: with only spark-ignition internal combustion reciprocating piston engine, cylinder capacity not over 1000cc, representing $1.08B or13.3% of bilateral exports.

Import Dependencies

Imports from France amount to $7.20 billion, highlighting economic interdependence in cereals: wheat and meslin, other than durum wheat, other than seed, with Cereals: wheat and meslin, other than durum wheat, other than seed comprising8.5% of total imports.

The trade relationship reflects broader economic patterns and comparative advantages. The trade surplus indicates Morocco'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) โ€ข Last Updated: January 2025 โ€ข Coverage: 1995-2023