Oman-Yemen Bilateral Trade Analysis 2023

Complete trade statistics: $440.24M total volume •Oman surplus: $292.06M

OmanYemen

$366.15M

Exports (2023)

YemenOman

$74.09M

Imports (2023)

Trade Balance

$292.06M

Surplus for Oman

Total Trade

$440.24M

Combined Volume

Trade Flow Visualization

Direct trade relationship between Oman and Yemen. 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-Yemen commercial relationship and competitive positioning in global markets.

OmanYemen Exports

$366.15M
2023 Total

Export Market Intelligence

Product Diversity:
Specialized Focus
Market Share:
15.4% top product
1Wheat or meslin flour
$56.39M
15.4% of exports
2Vegetable oils: palm oil and its fractions, other than crude, whether or not refined, but not chemically modified
$32.94M
9.0% of exports
3Cement: portland, other than white, whether or not artificially coloured
$18.02M
4.9% of exports
4Sugar confectionery: (excluding chewing gum, including white chocolate), not containing cocoa
$17.15M
4.7% of exports
5Vegetable preparations: tomatoes, (other than whole or in pieces), prepared or preserved otherwise than by vinegar or acetic acid
$16.14M
4.4% of exports

🎯 Strategic Export Focus

Oman's export portfolio to Yemen demonstrates strategic specialization, with wheat or meslin flour representing a key competitive advantage in this bilateral market.

YemenOman Imports

$74.09M
2023 Total

Import Dependency Profile

Supply Diversity:
Concentrated
Critical Imports:
15.2% concentration
1Animal products: of fish or crustaceans, molluscs or other aquatic invertebrates: dead animals of chapter 03, unfit for human consumption
$11.23M
15.2% of imports
2Fruit, edible: guavas, mangoes and mangosteens, fresh or dried
$8.69M
11.7% of imports
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
$7.53M
10.2% of imports
4Fruit, edible: fruits n.e.c. in heading no. 0801 to 0810, fresh
$5.76M
7.8% of imports
5Bran, sharps and other residues: of wheat, whether or not in the form of pellets, derived from the sifting, milling or other workings thereof
$5.03M
6.8% of imports

📦 Import Strategy Analysis

Oman's import pattern from Yemen reveals significant dependencyin animal products: of fish or crustaceans, molluscs or other aquatic invertebrates: dead animals of chapter 03, unfit for human consumption, 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 exportingwheat or meslin flour to Yemen, 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 $440.24M trade volume indicates substantial economic integration with room for expansion in emerging sectors.

Significant Partnership

Executive Summary: Oman-Yemen Trade Relationship

Key Trade Highlights 2023

  • Total Trade Volume: $440.24 millionrepresenting a significant bilateral economic relationship
  • Trade Balance: Oman maintains a surplus of $292.06 million
  • Export Focus: Oman's primary exports include wheat or meslin flour, vegetable oils: palm oil and its fractions, other than crude, whether or not refined, but not chemically modified, cement: portland, other than white, whether or not artificially coloured
  • Import Dependencies: Key imports from Yemen include animal products: of fish or crustaceans, molluscs or other aquatic invertebrates: dead animals of chapter 03, unfit for human consumption, fruit, edible: guavas, mangoes and mangosteens, fresh or dried, 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

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 $440.24M 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 wheat or meslin flour.

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 wheat or meslin flourcomplements Yemen's demand patterns, creating natural trade synergies.

2

Supply Chain Integration

Deep integration in global value chains has strengthened bilateral linkages, particularly in animal products: of fish or crustaceans, molluscs or other aquatic invertebrates: dead animals of chapter 03, unfit for human consumption.

3

Market Access & Trade Policy

Favorable trade agreements and market access conditions have facilitated the growth of this $440.24M bilateral relationship.

Trade Pattern Insights

Trade ComplementarityAsymmetric
Seasonal VariationsModerate
Product ConcentrationMedium
Market DependencyHigh
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Trade Relationship Outlook

The $440.24M 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 $440.24 million bilateral trade volume represents a important trade relationshipfor both economies.

Economic Significance: Moderate
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Industrial Integration

Trade flows in wheat or meslin flour and animal products: of fish or crustaceans, molluscs or other aquatic invertebrates: dead animals of chapter 03, unfit for human consumption demonstrate deep industrial linkages and supply chain integration.

Supply Chain Integration: Specialized
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Trade Balance Effects

Oman's trade surplus of $292.06 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 vegetable oils: palm oil and its fractions, other than crude, whether or not refined, but not chemically modified present expansion opportunities.
Market Diversification
Beyond current focus on animal products: of fish or crustaceans, molluscs or other aquatic invertebrates: dead animals of chapter 03, unfit for human consumption, 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 wheat or meslin flour 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 Yemen represents a total trade volume of $440.24 million in 2023. This partnership demonstrates a favorable trade balance for Oman, with exports exceeding importsby $292.06 million.

Export Strengths

Oman's exports to Yemen total $366.15 million, with competitive advantages in wheat or meslin flour, representing $56.39M or15.4% of bilateral exports.

Import Dependencies

Imports from Yemen amount to $74.09 million, highlighting economic interdependence in animal products: of fish or crustaceans, molluscs or other aquatic invertebrates: dead animals of chapter 03, unfit for human consumption, with Animal products: of fish or crustaceans, molluscs or other aquatic invertebrates: dead animals of chapter 03, unfit for human consumption comprising15.2% 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