Mozambique-Viet Nam Bilateral Trade Analysis 2023

Complete trade statistics: $323.98M total volume •Mozambique surplus: $323.98M

MozambiqueViet Nam

$323.98M

Exports (2023)

Viet NamMozambique

$0

Imports (2023)

Trade Balance

$323.98M

Surplus for Mozambique

Total Trade

$323.98M

Combined Volume

Trade Flow Visualization

Direct trade relationship between Mozambique and Viet Nam. Green line shows exports from Mozambique, red line shows imports.

Detailed Product Trade Analysis

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

MozambiqueViet Nam Exports

$323.98M
2023 Total

Export Market Intelligence

Product Diversity:
Specialized Focus
Market Share:
75.5% top product
1Coal: (other than anthracite and bituminous), whether or not pulverised but not agglomerated
$244.47M
75.5% of exports
2Nuts, edible: cashew nuts, fresh or dried, in shell
$31.16M
9.6% of exports
3Ground-nuts: other than seed, not roasted or otherwise cooked, shelled, whether or not broken,
$21.74M
6.7% of exports
4Nuts, edible: cashew nuts, fresh or dried, shelled
$12.43M
3.8% of exports
5Bran, sharps and other residues: of wheat, whether or not in the form of pellets, derived from the sifting, milling or other workings thereof
$3.74M
1.2% of exports

🎯 Strategic Export Focus

Mozambique's export portfolio to Viet Nam demonstrates strategic specialization, with coal: (other than anthracite and bituminous), whether or not pulverised but not agglomerated representing a key competitive advantage in this bilateral market.

Viet NamMozambique Imports

$0
2023 Total

Import Dependency Profile

Supply Diversity:
Concentrated
Critical Imports:
Infinity% concentration
1Cereals: rice, semi-milled or wholly milled, whether or not polished or glazed
$57.17M
Infinity% of imports
2Furnishing articles: excluding those of heading no. 9404, bed nets, specified in Subheading Note 1 to this Chapter
$16.64M
Infinity% of imports
3Communication apparatus (excluding telephone sets or base stations): machines for the transmission or reception of voice, images or other data (including wired/wireless networks), n.e.c. in item no. 8517.6
$14.01M
Infinity% of imports
4Telephones for cellular networks or for other wireless networks
$6.71M
Infinity% of imports
5Electric accumulators: other than lead-acid, nickel-cadmium, nickel-iron, nickel-metal hydride and lithium-ion, including separators, whether or not rectangular (including square)
$4.74M
Infinity% of imports

📦 Import Strategy Analysis

Mozambique's import pattern from Viet Nam reveals significant dependencyin cereals: rice, semi-milled or wholly milled, whether or not polished or glazed, highlighting complementary economic structures and potential supply chain optimization opportunities.

Competitive Trade Position Analysis

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Market Leadership

Mozambique demonstrates competitive strength in exportingcoal: (other than anthracite and bituminous), whether or not pulverised but not agglomerated to Viet Nam, 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 $323.98M trade volume indicates substantial economic integration with room for expansion in emerging sectors.

Significant Partnership

Executive Summary: Mozambique-Viet Nam Trade Relationship

Key Trade Highlights 2023

  • Total Trade Volume: $323.98 millionrepresenting a significant bilateral economic relationship
  • Trade Balance: Mozambique maintains a surplus of $323.98 million
  • Export Focus: Mozambique's primary exports include coal: (other than anthracite and bituminous), whether or not pulverised but not agglomerated, nuts, edible: cashew nuts, fresh or dried, in shell, ground-nuts: other than seed, not roasted or otherwise cooked, shelled, whether or not broken,
  • Import Dependencies: Key imports from Viet Nam include cereals: rice, semi-milled or wholly milled, whether or not polished or glazed, furnishing articles: excluding those of heading no. 9404, bed nets, specified in subheading note 1 to this chapter, communication apparatus (excluding telephone sets or base stations): machines for the transmission or reception of voice, images or other data (including wired/wireless networks), n.e.c. in item no. 8517.6

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 $323.98M 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 Mozambique leveraging its comparative advantages in coal: (other than anthracite and bituminous), whether or not pulverised but not agglomerated.

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

Mozambique's specialization in coal: (other than anthracite and bituminous), whether or not pulverised but not agglomeratedcomplements Viet Nam's demand patterns, creating natural trade synergies.

2

Supply Chain Integration

Deep integration in global value chains has strengthened bilateral linkages, particularly in cereals: rice, semi-milled or wholly milled, whether or not polished or glazed.

3

Market Access & Trade Policy

Favorable trade agreements and market access conditions have facilitated the growth of this $323.98M bilateral relationship.

Trade Pattern Insights

Trade ComplementarityAsymmetric
Seasonal VariationsModerate
Product ConcentrationMedium
Market DependencyHigh
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Trade Relationship Outlook

The $323.98M 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 $323.98 million bilateral trade volume represents a important trade relationshipfor both economies.

Economic Significance: Moderate
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Industrial Integration

Trade flows in coal: (other than anthracite and bituminous), whether or not pulverised but not agglomerated and cereals: rice, semi-milled or wholly milled, whether or not polished or glazed demonstrate deep industrial linkages and supply chain integration.

Supply Chain Integration: Specialized
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Trade Balance Effects

Mozambique's trade surplus of $323.98 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 nuts, edible: cashew nuts, fresh or dried, in shell present expansion opportunities.
Market Diversification
Beyond current focus on cereals: rice, semi-milled or wholly milled, whether or not polished or glazed, 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 coal: (other than anthracite and bituminous), whether or not pulverised but not agglomerated 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 Mozambique and Viet Nam represents a total trade volume of $323.98 million in 2023. This partnership demonstrates a favorable trade balance for Mozambique, with exports exceeding importsby $323.98 million.

Export Strengths

Mozambique's exports to Viet Nam total $323.98 million, with competitive advantages in coal: (other than anthracite and bituminous), whether or not pulverised but not agglomerated, representing $244.47M or75.5% of bilateral exports.

Import Dependencies

Imports from Viet Nam amount to $0.00, highlighting economic interdependence in cereals: rice, semi-milled or wholly milled, whether or not polished or glazed, with Cereals: rice, semi-milled or wholly milled, whether or not polished or glazed comprisingInfinity% of total imports.

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