Morocco-Gambia Bilateral Trade Analysis 2023

Complete trade statistics: $15.19M total volume •Morocco surplus: $15.19M

MoroccoGambia

$15.19M

Exports (2023)

GambiaMorocco

$0

Imports (2023)

Trade Balance

$15.19M

Surplus for Morocco

Total Trade

$15.19M

Combined Volume

Trade Flow Visualization

Direct trade relationship between Morocco and Gambia. 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-Gambia commercial relationship and competitive positioning in global markets.

MoroccoGambia Exports

$15.19M
2023 Total

Export Market Intelligence

Product Diversity:
Specialized Focus
Market Share:
19.2% top product
1Fish preparations: sardines, sardinella and brisling or sprats, prepared or preserved, whole or in pieces (but not minced)
$2.92M
19.2% of exports
2Cement: portland, other than white, whether or not artificially coloured
$2.57M
16.9% of exports
3Plasters: (consisting of calcined gypsum or calcium sulphate), whether or not coloured, with or without small quantities of accelerators or retarders
$2.11M
13.9% of exports
4Sugar confectionery: (excluding chewing gum, including white chocolate), not containing cocoa
$1.68M
11.1% of exports
5Fish: frozen, n.e.c. in item no. 0303.5, excluding fillets, fish meat of 0304, and edible fish offal of subheadings 0303.91 to 0303.99
$638,913
4.2% of exports

🎯 Strategic Export Focus

Morocco's export portfolio to Gambia demonstrates strategic specialization, with fish preparations: sardines, sardinella and brisling or sprats, prepared or preserved, whole or in pieces (but not minced) representing a key competitive advantage in this bilateral market.

GambiaMorocco Imports

$0
2023 Total

Import Dependency Profile

Supply Diversity:
Concentrated
Critical Imports:
Infinity% concentration
1Fish: frozen, flat fish, n.e.c. in item no. 0303.3, excluding fillets, fish meat of 0304, and edible fish offal of subheadings 0303.91 to 0303.99
$188,954
Infinity% of imports
2Molluscs: cuttle fish and squid, whether in shell or not, includes flours, meals, and pellets of molluscs, fit for human consumption, frozen
$169,037
Infinity% of imports
3Fish: fresh or chilled, Nile perch (Lates niloticus) and snakeheads (Channa spp.), excluding fillets, fish meat of 0304, and edible fish offal of subheadings 0302.91 to 0302.99
$17,130
Infinity% of imports
4Garments: of felt or non-wovens (not knitted or crocheted)
$344
Infinity% of imports

📦 Import Strategy Analysis

Morocco's import pattern from Gambia reveals significant dependencyin fish: frozen, flat fish, n.e.c. in item no. 0303.3, excluding fillets, fish meat of 0304, and edible fish offal of subheadings 0303.91 to 0303.99, 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 exportingfish preparations: sardines, sardinella and brisling or sprats, prepared or preserved, whole or in pieces (but not minced) to Gambia, 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 $15.19M trade volume indicates substantial economic integration with room for expansion in emerging sectors.

Significant Partnership

Executive Summary: Morocco-Gambia Trade Relationship

Key Trade Highlights 2023

  • Total Trade Volume: $15.19 millionrepresenting a significant bilateral economic relationship
  • Trade Balance: Morocco maintains a surplus of $15.19 million
  • Export Focus: Morocco's primary exports include fish preparations: sardines, sardinella and brisling or sprats, prepared or preserved, whole or in pieces (but not minced), cement: portland, other than white, whether or not artificially coloured, plasters: (consisting of calcined gypsum or calcium sulphate), whether or not coloured, with or without small quantities of accelerators or retarders
  • Import Dependencies: Key imports from Gambia include fish: frozen, flat fish, n.e.c. in item no. 0303.3, excluding fillets, fish meat of 0304, and edible fish offal of subheadings 0303.91 to 0303.99, molluscs: cuttle fish and squid, whether in shell or not, includes flours, meals, and pellets of molluscs, fit for human consumption, frozen, fish: fresh or chilled, nile perch (lates niloticus) and snakeheads (channa spp.), excluding fillets, fish meat of 0304, and edible fish offal of subheadings 0302.91 to 0302.99

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 $15.19M 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 fish preparations: sardines, sardinella and brisling or sprats, prepared or preserved, whole or in pieces (but not minced).

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 fish preparations: sardines, sardinella and brisling or sprats, prepared or preserved, whole or in pieces (but not minced)complements Gambia's demand patterns, creating natural trade synergies.

2

Supply Chain Integration

Deep integration in global value chains has strengthened bilateral linkages, particularly in fish: frozen, flat fish, n.e.c. in item no. 0303.3, excluding fillets, fish meat of 0304, and edible fish offal of subheadings 0303.91 to 0303.99.

3

Market Access & Trade Policy

Favorable trade agreements and market access conditions have facilitated the growth of this $15.19M bilateral relationship.

Trade Pattern Insights

Trade ComplementarityAsymmetric
Seasonal VariationsModerate
Product ConcentrationMedium
Market DependencyHigh
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Trade Relationship Outlook

The $15.19M 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 $15.19 million bilateral trade volume represents a important trade relationshipfor both economies.

Economic Significance: Moderate
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Industrial Integration

Trade flows in fish preparations: sardines, sardinella and brisling or sprats, prepared or preserved, whole or in pieces (but not minced) and fish: frozen, flat fish, n.e.c. in item no. 0303.3, excluding fillets, fish meat of 0304, and edible fish offal of subheadings 0303.91 to 0303.99 demonstrate deep industrial linkages and supply chain integration.

Supply Chain Integration: Specialized
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Trade Balance Effects

Morocco's trade surplus of $15.19 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 cement: portland, other than white, whether or not artificially coloured present expansion opportunities.
Market Diversification
Beyond current focus on fish: frozen, flat fish, n.e.c. in item no. 0303.3, excluding fillets, fish meat of 0304, and edible fish offal of subheadings 0303.91 to 0303.99, 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 fish preparations: sardines, sardinella and brisling or sprats, prepared or preserved, whole or in pieces (but not minced) 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 Morocco and Gambia represents a total trade volume of $15.19 million in 2023. This partnership demonstrates a favorable trade balance for Morocco, with exports exceeding importsby $15.19 million.

Export Strengths

Morocco's exports to Gambia total $15.19 million, with competitive advantages in fish preparations: sardines, sardinella and brisling or sprats, prepared or preserved, whole or in pieces (but not minced), representing $2.92M or19.2% of bilateral exports.

Import Dependencies

Imports from Gambia amount to $0.00, highlighting economic interdependence in fish: frozen, flat fish, n.e.c. in item no. 0303.3, excluding fillets, fish meat of 0304, and edible fish offal of subheadings 0303.91 to 0303.99, with Fish: frozen, flat fish, n.e.c. in item no. 0303.3, excluding fillets, fish meat of 0304, and edible fish offal of subheadings 0303.91 to 0303.99 comprisingInfinity% 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) • Last Updated: January 2025 • Coverage: 1995-2023