Myanmar-Qatar Bilateral Trade Analysis 2023

Complete trade statistics: $897.11M total volume •Myanmar deficit: $897.11M

MyanmarQatar

$0

Exports (2023)

QatarMyanmar

$897.11M

Imports (2023)

Trade Balance

$897.11M

Deficit for Myanmar

Total Trade

$897.11M

Combined Volume

Trade Flow Visualization

Direct trade relationship between Myanmar and Qatar. Green line shows exports from Myanmar, red line shows imports.

Detailed Product Trade Analysis

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

MyanmarQatar Exports

$0
2023 Total

Export Market Intelligence

Product Diversity:
Specialized Focus
Market Share:
Infinity% top product
1Fish: frozen, carp (as specified by the WCO), excluding fillets, fish meat of 0304, and edible fish offal of subheadings 0303.91 to 0303.99
$3.71M
Infinity% of exports
2Fish: frozen, catfish (Pangasius spp., Silurus spp., Clarias spp., Ictalurus spp.), excluding fillets, fish meat of 0304, and edible fish offal of subheadings 0303.91 to 0303.99
$418,231
Infinity% of exports
3Fish: frozen, n.e.c. in heading 0303, excluding fillets, fish meat of 0304, and edible fish offal of subheadings 0303.91 to 0303.99
$366,056
Infinity% of exports
4Vegetables, leguminous: n.e.c. in heading no. 0713, shelled, whether or not skinned or split, dried
$354,124
Infinity% of exports
5Footwear: n.e.c. in heading no. 6402, covering the ankle, with outer soles and uppers of rubber or plastics
$313,373
Infinity% of exports

🎯 Strategic Export Focus

Myanmar's export portfolio to Qatar demonstrates strategic specialization, with fish: frozen, carp (as specified by the wco), excluding fillets, fish meat of 0304, and edible fish offal of subheadings 0303.91 to 0303.99 representing a key competitive advantage in this bilateral market.

QatarMyanmar Imports

$897.11M
2023 Total

Import Dependency Profile

Supply Diversity:
Concentrated
Critical Imports:
100.0% concentration
1Oils: petroleum oils and oils obtained from bituminous minerals, crude
$896.94M
100.0% of imports
2Petroleum oils and oils from bituminous minerals, not crude: preparations n.e.c. containing by weight 70% or more of petroleum oils or oils from bituminous minerals: these being the basic constituents of the preparations: waste oils
$75,735
0.0% of imports
3Labels, badges and similar articles: (other than woven), of textile materials, in the piece, in strips or cut to shape or size, not embroidered
$61,710
0.0% of imports
4Ethylene polymers: in primary forms, polyethylene having a specific gravity of less than 0.94
$30,600
0.0% of imports
5Garments and clothing accessories: babies', of synthetic fibres (not knitted or crocheted)
$170
0.0% of imports

📦 Import Strategy Analysis

Myanmar's import pattern from Qatar reveals significant dependencyin oils: petroleum oils and oils obtained from bituminous minerals, crude, highlighting complementary economic structures and potential supply chain optimization opportunities.

Competitive Trade Position Analysis

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Market Leadership

Myanmar demonstrates competitive strength in exportingfish: frozen, carp (as specified by the wco), excluding fillets, fish meat of 0304, and edible fish offal of subheadings 0303.91 to 0303.99 to Qatar, 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 $897.11M trade volume indicates substantial economic integration with room for expansion in emerging sectors.

Significant Partnership

Executive Summary: Myanmar-Qatar Trade Relationship

Key Trade Highlights 2023

  • Total Trade Volume: $897.11 millionrepresenting a significant bilateral economic relationship
  • Trade Balance: Myanmar maintains a deficit of $897.11 million
  • Export Focus: Myanmar's primary exports include fish: frozen, carp (as specified by the wco), excluding fillets, fish meat of 0304, and edible fish offal of subheadings 0303.91 to 0303.99, fish: frozen, catfish (pangasius spp., silurus spp., clarias spp., ictalurus spp.), excluding fillets, fish meat of 0304, and edible fish offal of subheadings 0303.91 to 0303.99, fish: frozen, n.e.c. in heading 0303, excluding fillets, fish meat of 0304, and edible fish offal of subheadings 0303.91 to 0303.99
  • Import Dependencies: Key imports from Qatar include oils: petroleum oils and oils obtained from bituminous minerals, crude, petroleum oils and oils from bituminous minerals, not crude: preparations n.e.c. containing by weight 70% or more of petroleum oils or oils from bituminous minerals: these being the basic constituents of the preparations: waste oils, labels, badges and similar articles: (other than woven), of textile materials, in the piece, in strips or cut to shape or size, not embroidered

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 $897.11M 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 Myanmar leveraging its comparative advantages in fish: frozen, carp (as specified by the wco), excluding fillets, fish meat of 0304, and edible fish offal of subheadings 0303.91 to 0303.99.

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

Myanmar's specialization in fish: frozen, carp (as specified by the wco), excluding fillets, fish meat of 0304, and edible fish offal of subheadings 0303.91 to 0303.99complements Qatar's demand patterns, creating natural trade synergies.

2

Supply Chain Integration

Deep integration in global value chains has strengthened bilateral linkages, particularly in oils: petroleum oils and oils obtained from bituminous minerals, crude.

3

Market Access & Trade Policy

Favorable trade agreements and market access conditions have facilitated the growth of this $897.11M bilateral relationship.

Trade Pattern Insights

Trade ComplementarityAsymmetric
Seasonal VariationsModerate
Product ConcentrationMedium
Market DependencyHigh
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Trade Relationship Outlook

The $897.11M 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 $897.11 million bilateral trade volume represents a important trade relationshipfor both economies.

Economic Significance: Moderate
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Industrial Integration

Trade flows in fish: frozen, carp (as specified by the wco), excluding fillets, fish meat of 0304, and edible fish offal of subheadings 0303.91 to 0303.99 and oils: petroleum oils and oils obtained from bituminous minerals, crude demonstrate deep industrial linkages and supply chain integration.

Supply Chain Integration: Specialized
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Trade Balance Effects

Myanmar's trade deficit of $897.11 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 fish: frozen, catfish (pangasius spp., silurus spp., clarias spp., ictalurus spp.), excluding fillets, fish meat of 0304, and edible fish offal of subheadings 0303.91 to 0303.99 present expansion opportunities.
Market Diversification
Beyond current focus on oils: petroleum oils and oils obtained from bituminous minerals, crude, 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: frozen, carp (as specified by the wco), excluding fillets, fish meat of 0304, and edible fish offal of subheadings 0303.91 to 0303.99 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 Myanmar and Qatar represents a total trade volume of $897.11 million in 2023. This partnership demonstrates an unfavorable trade balance for Myanmar, with imports exceeding exportsby $897.11 million.

Export Strengths

Myanmar's exports to Qatar total $0.00, with competitive advantages in fish: frozen, carp (as specified by the wco), excluding fillets, fish meat of 0304, and edible fish offal of subheadings 0303.91 to 0303.99, representing $3.71M orInfinity% of bilateral exports.

Import Dependencies

Imports from Qatar amount to $897.11 million, highlighting economic interdependence in oils: petroleum oils and oils obtained from bituminous minerals, crude, with Oils: petroleum oils and oils obtained from bituminous minerals, crude comprising100.0% of total imports.

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