Other Asia, nes
Global Trade Profile β’ Rank #11 Exporter
$456.69B
Total Exports (2023)
$323.50B
Total Imports (2023)
$133.19B
Trade Surplus
#11
Export Ranking
Trade Flow Visualization
Interactive map showing Other Asia, nes's top trading partners. Green lines represent exports, red lines represent imports.
#11
Export Rank
$456.69B
Total Exports
$323.50B
Total Imports
+$133.19B
Trade Balance
25
Trade Partners
π Top Export Destinations
China
USA
China, Hong Kong SAR
Singapore
Japan
Rep. of Korea
Germany
Malaysia
Viet Nam
ThailandTop Export Products
π₯ Top Import Sources
China
Japan
USA
Rep. of Korea
Australia
Germany
Singapore
Malaysia
Saudi Arabia
NetherlandsTop Import Products
π Historical Trade Trends (1995-2023)
29 Years
Data Coverage
29
Data Points
π
Trend Direction
Other Asia, nes Trade Analysis 2023
π Overview
Other Asia, nes stands as the world's #11 largest exporter and #21 largest importer, demonstrating significant global trade influence.
The trade profile reveals a robust surplus of 133.19 billion, indicating strong export competitiveness.
The country maintains active trading relationships with 20 major partners, creating a highly diversified trade network.
Monthly trade flows average $65.02B, generating continuous economic activity across logistics, finance, and trade services.
π’ Export Markets
Export Market Concentration
Export concentration shows China as the dominant market at 21.9%. The top three markets control 49.4% of exports.
Regional patterns reveal strong East Asian integration. Secondary markets (Rep. of Korea, Germany, Malaysia) provide $66.07B in additional trade.
π¦ Import Sources
Import Source Concentration
Other Asia, nes relies heavily on China for imports (20.9%),creating supply chain concentration risk.
Energy suppliers including Saudi Arabia (9.15B), Kuwait (4.74B), Qatar (3.91B) collectively provide 21.41 billion or 6.6% of imports, highlighting the economy's dependence on imported energy resources.
Manufacturing inputs come primarily from China, Rep. of Korea, Malaysia, Indonesia, reflecting deep integration into Asian production networks. China's dominant position at 67.49 billion encompasses electronics components, textiles, machinery parts, and consumer goods, creating both efficiency benefits and concentration risks.
The USA provides 36.13 billion (11.2%) in imports, concentrated in agricultural products, aircraft, pharmaceuticals, and advanced technology.The top 10 import sources account for 73.8% of total imports, with the remaining 26% distributed among 10 other suppliers.
Regional sourcing patterns reveal strong ASEAN integration with 5 Southeast Asian nations providing 37.75 billion (11.7%) of imports. European suppliers including Germany (11.24B), Netherlands (7.49B), France (3.32B) focus on luxury goods, machinery, and specialized chemicals.
Supply chain resilience strategies increasingly emphasize "China Plus One" approaches, with Viet Nam, Thailandemerging as alternative manufacturing bases. The geographic proximity of major suppliers balances efficiency with risk diversification.
π¦ Product Composition
π Export Products
Top Export Products
Other Asia, nes's export economy centers on advanced machinery and electronics, with the leading export being n.e.c. in heading no. 8542at $121.25 billion, accounting for 26.5% of total exports.
Electronics, semiconductors, and machinery contribute 264.02 billion or 57.8% of exports.
The automotive sector's dominance is evident in the export portfolio, with . This automotive specialization reflects decades of manufacturing excellence, continuous innovation in fuel efficiency and hybrid technology, and established global brand recognition.
The transition to electric and hybrid vehicles is captured in export data, with 1 categories specifically related to alternative propulsion systems, totaling $2.16B.
Beyond automotive, Other Asia, nes maintains strong positions in industrial machinery (6 categories totaling 43.75B), electronic components (220.27B), and Petroleum oils and oils from bituminous minerals, not crude, Iron or steel, Optical devices, appliances and instruments.
The top 20 export products collectively account for 61.0% of total exports, revealing moderate concentration with room for further diversification.
π Import Products
Top Import Products
Energy dominates Other Asia, nes's import profile, with fossil fuels accounting for 59.19 billion or 18.3% of total imports. Crude oil leads at 29.55 billion (9.1%), followed by natural gas and coal. This energy import dependency shapes economic policy, inflation dynamics, and strategic relationships with supplier nations.
Key Finding: Energy Dependency
Beyond energy, critical imports include n.e.c. in heading no. 8542 (24.16B, 7.5%), memories (23.85B, 7.4%), processors and controllers, whether or n... (11.79B, 3.6%), Machines and apparatus of a kind used so... (11.46B, 3.5%), parts and accessories (other than covers... (4.57B, 1.4%).Electronic components and devices total 67.28 billion (20.8% of imports), supporting domestic manufacturing and assembly operations. Pharmaceutical products represent 2.94 billion (0.9%), reflecting healthcare sector demands. Metal ores and minerals contribute 2.27 billion (0.7%), feeding industrial processing capacity.
The import product mix reveals structural characteristics of Other Asia, nes's economy: heavy reliance on imported energy despite industrial advancement, integration into global electronics supply chains, and sophisticated consumption patterns.
The ratio of raw materials to finished goods in imports (8 : 12among top 20 products) indicates balanced import composition. Import substitution potential exists in technology sectors through targeted industrial policies and investment.
Product diversification metrics reveal focused product specializationwith implications for economic resilience and growth potential. The technology ladder progression from 1 primary products to 18 high-tech goods indicates the economy's structural transformation and industrial upgrading trajectory.
Value addition opportunities exist in transitioning from raw material exports to processed goods, from components to finished products, and from standard to customized offerings. The product space connectivity, measuring relatedness between current exports and potential new products, suggests strong potential for diversification into adjacent sophisticated products.
βοΈ Trade Balance Dynamics
| Partner | Exports | Imports | Balance |
|---|---|---|---|
| China | $100.09B | $67.49B | +$32.60B |
| USA | $75.32B | $36.13B | +$39.19B |
| Japan | $32.24B | $42.11B | $-9.87B |
| Singapore | $41.34B | $10.12B | +$31.22B |
| China, Hong Kong SAR | $50.25B | $0 | +$50.25B |
Export-to-import ratio of 1.412 means exports cover 141.2% of import costs.
π Key Relationships
Major Trading Partners
| Partner | Exports | Imports | Balance |
|---|---|---|---|
| China | $100.09B | $67.49B | +$32.60B |
| USA | $75.32B | $36.13B | +$39.19B |
| Japan | $32.24B | $42.11B | $-9.87B |
| Singapore | $41.34B | $10.12B | +$31.22B |
| China, Hong Kong SAR | $50.25B | $0 | +$50.25B |
| Rep. of Korea | $18.04B | $28.24B | $-10.20B |
| Germany | $13.17B | $11.24B | +$1.93B |
| Australia | $6.08B | $17.21B | $-11.13B |
| Total | $336.52B | $212.53B | +$123.99B |
The Other Asia, nes-China relationship leads at 167.58 billion in bilateral trade.View detailed analysis β
Additional major partnerships include Japan (74.35B total trade), Singapore (51.46B total trade), China, Hong Kong SAR (50.25B total trade). Regional integration through Asian supply chains facilitates technology transfer, market access, and production efficiency. The diversity of trading relationshipsβ588.41B across top 10 partnersβprovides resilience against bilateral tensions and regional disruptions.
π Competitive Position
Competitive Advantage
Global rankings position Other Asia, nes as the #11 exporter worldwide,within the major trading nations. The country's share of global exports at approximately 4.567%provides substantial market influence and pricing power.
Export sophistication, measured by the dominance of technology-intensive products, indicates advanced industrial capabilities. The revealed comparative advantage (RCA) index shows strongest competitiveness in sectors where Other Asia, nes's global market share exceeds its overall trade share by factors of 2 or more.
Competitive advantages emerge in sectors where export concentration exceeds import share, particularly inn.e.c. in heading no. 854, processors and controller, memories. The revealed comparative advantage is strongest in product categories representing39.1% of exports. Market positioning against regional competitors shows leadership in key product segments.
Trade complementarity with major partners suggests deep integration into global supply chains. The export quality ladder, comparing unit values to world averages, indicates premium positioning in many categories.
Competitive dynamics are shaped by factor endowments including advanced technology and skilled labor, infrastructure quality, and business environment. The export survival rate, measuring the persistence of export relationships over time, suggests need for relationship strengthening.
Innovation capacity, reflected in the technology content of exports and R&D intensity, determines long-term competitiveness trajectories. The competitive threat from emerging exporters in similar product categories requires continuous upgrading and differentiation strategies to maintain market position. Regional integration through trade agreements provides preferential access to0 markets, creating competitive advantages over non-member competitors.
π― Strategic Outlook
Strategic Priority
The trade profile presents both opportunities and challenges for economic development strategy. Key strengths include consistent trade surpluses supporting macroeconomic stability,diversified market access reducing concentration risk, and competitive positions in high-value manufacturing.
Vulnerabilities include product concentration in cyclical sectors. The intersection of these factors creates a complex strategic landscape requiring careful navigation to maximize opportunities while mitigating risks.
Strategic priorities should focus on market diversification and value chain upgrading to enhance trade competitiveness. Opportunities exist in expanding trade with Netherlands, India, Mexico, developing new product capabilities in adjacent product categories, and strengthening regional integration through new partnership frameworks.
The digital transformation of trade, including e-commerce, digital services, and blockchain-based trade finance, offers new avenues for market access and efficiency gains. Green trade opportunities in renewable energy, sustainable products, and carbon markets represent growing segments aligned with global sustainability goals.
The evolving global trade environment, characterized by technological disruption, geopolitical realignment, and sustainability imperatives, will fundamentally reshape Other Asia, nes's trade prospects. Success requires balanced policies addressing both maintaining export competitiveness while managing currency appreciation pressures.
Investment in infrastructure, education, and innovation ecosystems will determine the ability to climb value chains and capture larger shares of global value addition. The resilience agenda, emphasizing supply chain robustness, strategic autonomy in critical sectors, and economic security considerations, must be balanced with efficiency and openness principles.
As global trade patterns continue evolving, Other Asia, nes's position as the world's #11 exporter provides a platform for continued growth, requiring adaptive strategies, institutional strengthening, and sustained commitment to competitiveness enhancement in an increasingly complex and interconnected global economy.
Data Notes
Data from CEPII BACI database, harmonized using UN Comtrade methodology. All values in current USD at 2023 exchange rates. Trade statistics cover merchandise goods only, excluding services. Mirror statistics reconciliation applied for data consistency. 2024 data available January 2026. HS6 product classification follows 2017 revision.
Data source: CEPII BACI | Last updated: January 2025 | Next update: January 2026