Oman-Somalia Bilateral Trade Analysis 2023

Complete trade statistics: $437.08M total volume •Oman surplus: $76.11M

OmanSomalia

$256.60M

Exports (2023)

SomaliaOman

$180.49M

Imports (2023)

Trade Balance

$76.11M

Surplus for Oman

Total Trade

$437.08M

Combined Volume

Trade Flow Visualization

Direct trade relationship between Oman and Somalia. Green line shows exports from Oman, red line shows imports.

Detailed Product Trade Analysis

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

OmanSomalia Exports

$256.60M
2023 Total

Export Market Intelligence

Product Diversity:
Specialized Focus
Market Share:
16.5% top product
1Dairy produce: milk and cream, concentrated, not containing added sugar or other sweetening matter, in powder, granules or other solid forms, of a fat content exceeding 1.5% (by weight)
$42.24M
16.5% of exports
2Wheat or meslin flour
$30.34M
11.8% of exports
3Cement: portland, other than white, whether or not artificially coloured
$29.03M
11.3% of exports
4Iron or non-alloy steel: bars and rods, hot-rolled, hot-drawn or hot-extruded, containing indentations, ribs, grooves or other deformations produced during the rolling process or twisted after rolling
$15.87M
6.2% of exports
5Petroleum 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
$12.29M
4.8% of exports

🎯 Strategic Export Focus

Oman's export portfolio to Somalia demonstrates strategic specialization, with dairy produce: milk and cream, concentrated, not containing added sugar or other sweetening matter, in powder, granules or other solid forms, of a fat content exceeding 1.5% (by weight) representing a key competitive advantage in this bilateral market.

SomaliaOman Imports

$180.49M
2023 Total

Import Dependency Profile

Supply Diversity:
Concentrated
Critical Imports:
38.9% concentration
1Goats: live
$70.15M
38.9% of imports
2Sheep: live
$69.32M
38.4% of imports
3Cattle: live, other than pure-bred breeding animals
$34.76M
19.3% of imports
4Fish: frozen, n.e.c. in heading 0303, excluding fillets, fish meat of 0304, and edible fish offal of subheadings 0303.91 to 0303.99
$3.25M
1.8% of imports
5Meat: of goats, fresh, chilled or frozen
$960,369
0.5% of imports

📦 Import Strategy Analysis

Oman's import pattern from Somalia reveals strategic sourcingin goats: live, highlighting complementary economic structures and potential supply chain optimization opportunities.

Competitive Trade Position Analysis

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Market Leadership

Oman demonstrates competitive strength in exportingdairy produce: milk and cream, concentrated, not containing added sugar or other sweetening matter, in powder, granules or other solid forms, of a fat content exceeding 1.5% (by weight) to Somalia, leveraging comparative advantages.

Export Leader in 5+ 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 $437.08M trade volume indicates substantial economic integration with room for expansion in emerging sectors.

Significant Partnership

Executive Summary: Oman-Somalia Trade Relationship

Key Trade Highlights 2023

  • Total Trade Volume: $437.08 millionrepresenting a significant bilateral economic relationship
  • Trade Balance: Oman maintains a surplus of $76.11 million
  • Export Focus: Oman's primary exports include dairy produce: milk and cream, concentrated, not containing added sugar or other sweetening matter, in powder, granules or other solid forms, of a fat content exceeding 1.5% (by weight), wheat or meslin flour, cement: portland, other than white, whether or not artificially coloured
  • Import Dependencies: Key imports from Somalia include goats: live, sheep: live, cattle: live, other than pure-bred breeding animals

Strategic Trade Indicators

Trade IntensityHigh
Export DiversificationConcentrated
Trade Balance HealthBalanced

📈 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 $437.08M 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 Oman leveraging its comparative advantages in dairy produce: milk and cream, concentrated, not containing added sugar or other sweetening matter, in powder, granules or other solid forms, of a fat content exceeding 1.5% (by weight).

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

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Comparative Advantage

Oman's specialization in dairy produce: milk and cream, concentrated, not containing added sugar or other sweetening matter, in powder, granules or other solid forms, of a fat content exceeding 1.5% (by weight)complements Somalia's demand patterns, creating natural trade synergies.

2

Supply Chain Integration

Deep integration in global value chains has strengthened bilateral linkages, particularly in goats: live.

3

Market Access & Trade Policy

Favorable trade agreements and market access conditions have facilitated the growth of this $437.08M bilateral relationship.

Trade Pattern Insights

Trade ComplementarityAsymmetric
Seasonal VariationsModerate
Product ConcentrationMedium
Market DependencyModerate
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Trade Relationship Outlook

The $437.08M 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 $437.08 million bilateral trade volume represents a important trade relationshipfor both economies.

Economic Significance: Moderate
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Industrial Integration

Trade flows in dairy produce: milk and cream, concentrated, not containing added sugar or other sweetening matter, in powder, granules or other solid forms, of a fat content exceeding 1.5% (by weight) and goats: live demonstrate deep industrial linkages and supply chain integration.

Supply Chain Integration: Specialized
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Trade Balance Effects

Oman's trade surplus of $76.11 million strengthens its overall economic position in this bilateral relationship.

Balance Impact: Well Balanced

Strategic Future Outlook

🚀Growth Opportunities

Emerging Sectors
Technology transfer and innovation cooperation in wheat or meslin flour present expansion opportunities.
Market Diversification
Beyond current focus on goats: live, 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 dairy produce: milk and cream, concentrated, not containing added sugar or other sweetening matter, in powder, granules or other solid forms, of a fat content exceeding 1.5% (by weight) 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 Oman and Somalia represents a total trade volume of $437.08 million in 2023. This partnership demonstrates a favorable trade balance for Oman, with exports exceeding importsby $76.11 million.

Export Strengths

Oman's exports to Somalia total $256.60 million, with competitive advantages in dairy produce: milk and cream, concentrated, not containing added sugar or other sweetening matter, in powder, granules or other solid forms, of a fat content exceeding 1.5% (by weight), representing $42.24M or16.5% of bilateral exports.

Import Dependencies

Imports from Somalia amount to $180.49 million, highlighting economic interdependence in goats: live, with Goats: live comprising38.9% of total imports.

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