Namibia-Sri Lanka Bilateral Trade Analysis 2023

Complete trade statistics: $0 total volume •Namibia surplus: $0

NamibiaSri Lanka

$0

Exports (2023)

Sri LankaNamibia

$0

Imports (2023)

Trade Balance

$0

Surplus for Namibia

Total Trade

$0

Combined Volume

Trade Flow Visualization

Direct trade relationship between Namibia and Sri Lanka. Green line shows exports from Namibia, red line shows imports.

Detailed Product Trade Analysis

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

NamibiaSri Lanka Exports

$0
2023 Total

Export Market Intelligence

Product Diversity:
Specialized Focus
Market Share:
Infinity% top product
1Fabrics, woven: of flax, containing less than 85% flax, other than unbleached or bleached
$307,502
Infinity% of exports
2Fabrics, narrow woven fabrics, n.e.c. in heading no. 5806, of man-made fibres (excluding goods of heading no. 5807)
$52,361
Infinity% of exports
3Marble and travertine: merely cut, by sawing or otherwise, into blocks or slabs of a rectangular (including square) shape, having a specific gravity of 2.5 or more
$45,609
Infinity% of exports
4Base stations
$11,945
Infinity% of exports
5Electrical apparatus: parts (e.g. boards, panels, consoles, desks, cabinets, other bases), for goods of heading no. 8537, not equipped with their apparatus
$3,770
Infinity% of exports

🎯 Strategic Export Focus

Namibia's export portfolio to Sri Lanka demonstrates strategic specialization, with fabrics, woven: of flax, containing less than 85% flax, other than unbleached or bleached representing a key competitive advantage in this bilateral market.

Sri LankaNamibia Imports

$0
2023 Total

Import Dependency Profile

Supply Diversity:
Concentrated
Critical Imports:
Infinity% concentration
1Coconut, abaca (Manila hemp or Musa textilis Nee), ramie and other vegetable textile fibres n.e.c., raw or processed but not spun: tow, noils and waste of these fibres (including yarn waste and garnetted stock)
$100,402
Infinity% of imports
2Rubber: tyres n.e.c. in heading no. 4012
$89,739
Infinity% of imports
3Gloves, mittens and mitts: knitted or crocheted, impregnated, coated or covered with plastics or rubber
$87,517
Infinity% of imports
4Instruments, appliances and machines: for measuring or checking n.e.c. in chapter 90
$53,098
Infinity% of imports
5Nightshirts and pyjamas: men's or boys', of cotton (not knitted or crocheted)
$20,005
Infinity% of imports

📦 Import Strategy Analysis

Namibia's import pattern from Sri Lanka reveals strategic sourcingin coconut, abaca (manila hemp or musa textilis nee), ramie and other vegetable textile fibres n.e.c., raw or processed but not spun: tow, noils and waste of these fibres (including yarn waste and garnetted stock), highlighting complementary economic structures and potential supply chain optimization opportunities.

Competitive Trade Position Analysis

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Market Leadership

Namibia demonstrates competitive strength in exportingfabrics, woven: of flax, containing less than 85% flax, other than unbleached or bleached to Sri Lanka, leveraging comparative advantages.

Export Leader in 5+ Categories
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Trade Complementarity

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

Specialized Exchange
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Growth Potential

The $0 trade volume indicates substantial economic integration with room for expansion in emerging sectors.

Significant Partnership

Executive Summary: Namibia-Sri Lanka Trade Relationship

Key Trade Highlights 2023

  • Total Trade Volume: $0.00representing a significant bilateral economic relationship
  • Trade Balance: Namibia maintains a surplus of $0.00
  • Export Focus: Namibia's primary exports include fabrics, woven: of flax, containing less than 85% flax, other than unbleached or bleached, fabrics, narrow woven fabrics, n.e.c. in heading no. 5806, of man-made fibres (excluding goods of heading no. 5807), marble and travertine: merely cut, by sawing or otherwise, into blocks or slabs of a rectangular (including square) shape, having a specific gravity of 2.5 or more
  • Import Dependencies: Key imports from Sri Lanka include coconut, abaca (manila hemp or musa textilis nee), ramie and other vegetable textile fibres n.e.c., raw or processed but not spun: tow, noils and waste of these fibres (including yarn waste and garnetted stock), rubber: tyres n.e.c. in heading no. 4012, gloves, mittens and mitts: knitted or crocheted, impregnated, coated or covered with plastics or rubber

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 $0 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 Namibia leveraging its comparative advantages in fabrics, woven: of flax, containing less than 85% flax, other than unbleached or bleached.

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

Namibia's specialization in fabrics, woven: of flax, containing less than 85% flax, other than unbleached or bleachedcomplements Sri Lanka's demand patterns, creating natural trade synergies.

2

Supply Chain Integration

Deep integration in global value chains has strengthened bilateral linkages, particularly in coconut, abaca (manila hemp or musa textilis nee), ramie and other vegetable textile fibres n.e.c., raw or processed but not spun: tow, noils and waste of these fibres (including yarn waste and garnetted stock).

3

Market Access & Trade Policy

Favorable trade agreements and market access conditions have facilitated the growth of this $0 bilateral relationship.

Trade Pattern Insights

Trade ComplementarityBalanced
Seasonal VariationsModerate
Product ConcentrationMedium
Market DependencyModerate
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Trade Relationship Outlook

The $0 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 $0.00 bilateral trade volume represents a important trade relationshipfor both economies.

Economic Significance: Moderate
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Industrial Integration

Trade flows in fabrics, woven: of flax, containing less than 85% flax, other than unbleached or bleached and coconut, abaca (manila hemp or musa textilis nee), ramie and other vegetable textile fibres n.e.c., raw or processed but not spun: tow, noils and waste of these fibres (including yarn waste and garnetted stock) demonstrate deep industrial linkages and supply chain integration.

Supply Chain Integration: Specialized
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Trade Balance Effects

Namibia's trade surplus of $0.00 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 fabrics, narrow woven fabrics, n.e.c. in heading no. 5806, of man-made fibres (excluding goods of heading no. 5807) present expansion opportunities.
Market Diversification
Beyond current focus on coconut, abaca (manila hemp or musa textilis nee), ramie and other vegetable textile fibres n.e.c., raw or processed but not spun: tow, noils and waste of these fibres (including yarn waste and garnetted stock), new product categories offer potential for trade expansion.

⚠️Risk Factors

Supply Chain Vulnerabilities
Moderate concentration in key sectors requires monitoring
Market Competition
Global competition in fabrics, woven: of flax, containing less than 85% flax, other than unbleached or bleached 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 Namibia and Sri Lanka represents a total trade volume of $0.00 in 2023. This partnership demonstrates a favorable trade balance for Namibia, with exports exceeding importsby $0.00.

Export Strengths

Namibia's exports to Sri Lanka total $0.00, with competitive advantages in fabrics, woven: of flax, containing less than 85% flax, other than unbleached or bleached, representing $307,502 orInfinity% of bilateral exports.

Import Dependencies

Imports from Sri Lanka amount to $0.00, highlighting economic interdependence in coconut, abaca (manila hemp or musa textilis nee), ramie and other vegetable textile fibres n.e.c., raw or processed but not spun: tow, noils and waste of these fibres (including yarn waste and garnetted stock), with Coconut, abaca (Manila hemp or Musa textilis Nee), ramie and other vegetable textile fibres n.e.c., raw or processed but not spun: tow, noils and waste of these fibres (including yarn waste and garnetted stock) comprisingInfinity% of total imports.

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