Pakistan-Djibouti Bilateral Trade Analysis 2023

Complete trade statistics: $101.39M total volume •Pakistan surplus: $101.39M

PakistanDjibouti

$101.39M

Exports (2023)

DjiboutiPakistan

$0

Imports (2023)

Trade Balance

$101.39M

Surplus for Pakistan

Total Trade

$101.39M

Combined Volume

Trade Flow Visualization

Direct trade relationship between Pakistan and Djibouti. Green line shows exports from Pakistan, red line shows imports.

Detailed Product Trade Analysis

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

PakistanDjibouti Exports

$101.39M
2023 Total

Export Market Intelligence

Product Diversity:
Specialized Focus
Market Share:
73.1% top product
1Cereals: rice, broken
$74.11M
73.1% of exports
2Cereals: rice, semi-milled or wholly milled, whether or not polished or glazed
$5.60M
5.5% of exports
3Sugars: sucrose, chemically pure, in solid form, not containing added flavouring or colouring matter
$5.42M
5.3% of exports
4Fabrics, woven: containing 85% or more by weight of cotton, dyed, 3-thread or 4-thread twill, including cross twill, weighing more than 200g/m2
$1.74M
1.7% of exports
5Fabrics, woven: containing 85% or more by weight of cotton, dyed, of weaves n.e.c. in item no. 5208.3 weighing not more than 200g/m2
$1.73M
1.7% of exports

🎯 Strategic Export Focus

Pakistan's export portfolio to Djibouti demonstrates strategic specialization, with cereals: rice, broken representing a key competitive advantage in this bilateral market.

DjiboutiPakistan Imports

$0
2023 Total

Import Dependency Profile

Supply Diversity:
Concentrated
Critical Imports:
Infinity% concentration
1Soya beans: other than seed, whether or not broken
$69,707
Infinity% of imports
2Hides and skins: raw, of animals n.e.c. in this chapter, fresh, salted, dried, limed, pickled or otherwise preserved, (but not tanned, parchment-dressed or further prepared), whether or not dehaired or split
$14,454
Infinity% of imports
3Reagents: diagnostic or laboratory reagents on a backing and prepared diagnostic or laboratory reagents whether or not on a backing, other than those of heading no. 3002 or 3006: certified reference material
$409
Infinity% of imports
4Residual products of the chemical or allied industries, not elsewhere specified or included: sewage sludge
$245
Infinity% of imports

📦 Import Strategy Analysis

Pakistan's import pattern from Djibouti reveals significant dependencyin soya beans: other than seed, whether or not broken, highlighting complementary economic structures and potential supply chain optimization opportunities.

Competitive Trade Position Analysis

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Market Leadership

Pakistan demonstrates competitive strength in exportingcereals: rice, broken to Djibouti, 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 $101.39M trade volume indicates substantial economic integration with room for expansion in emerging sectors.

Significant Partnership

Executive Summary: Pakistan-Djibouti Trade Relationship

Key Trade Highlights 2023

  • Total Trade Volume: $101.39 millionrepresenting a significant bilateral economic relationship
  • Trade Balance: Pakistan maintains a surplus of $101.39 million
  • Export Focus: Pakistan's primary exports include cereals: rice, broken, cereals: rice, semi-milled or wholly milled, whether or not polished or glazed, sugars: sucrose, chemically pure, in solid form, not containing added flavouring or colouring matter
  • Import Dependencies: Key imports from Djibouti include soya beans: other than seed, whether or not broken, hides and skins: raw, of animals n.e.c. in this chapter, fresh, salted, dried, limed, pickled or otherwise preserved, (but not tanned, parchment-dressed or further prepared), whether or not dehaired or split, reagents: diagnostic or laboratory reagents on a backing and prepared diagnostic or laboratory reagents whether or not on a backing, other than those of heading no. 3002 or 3006: certified reference material

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 $101.39M 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 Pakistan leveraging its comparative advantages in cereals: rice, broken.

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

Pakistan's specialization in cereals: rice, brokencomplements Djibouti's demand patterns, creating natural trade synergies.

2

Supply Chain Integration

Deep integration in global value chains has strengthened bilateral linkages, particularly in soya beans: other than seed, whether or not broken.

3

Market Access & Trade Policy

Favorable trade agreements and market access conditions have facilitated the growth of this $101.39M bilateral relationship.

Trade Pattern Insights

Trade ComplementarityAsymmetric
Seasonal VariationsModerate
Product ConcentrationMedium
Market DependencyHigh
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Trade Relationship Outlook

The $101.39M 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 $101.39 million bilateral trade volume represents a important trade relationshipfor both economies.

Economic Significance: Moderate
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Industrial Integration

Trade flows in cereals: rice, broken and soya beans: other than seed, whether or not broken demonstrate deep industrial linkages and supply chain integration.

Supply Chain Integration: Specialized
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Trade Balance Effects

Pakistan's trade surplus of $101.39 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 cereals: rice, semi-milled or wholly milled, whether or not polished or glazed present expansion opportunities.
Market Diversification
Beyond current focus on soya beans: other than seed, whether or not broken, 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 cereals: rice, broken 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 Pakistan and Djibouti represents a total trade volume of $101.39 million in 2023. This partnership demonstrates a favorable trade balance for Pakistan, with exports exceeding importsby $101.39 million.

Export Strengths

Pakistan's exports to Djibouti total $101.39 million, with competitive advantages in cereals: rice, broken, representing $74.11M or73.1% of bilateral exports.

Import Dependencies

Imports from Djibouti amount to $0.00, highlighting economic interdependence in soya beans: other than seed, whether or not broken, with Soya beans: other than seed, whether or not broken comprisingInfinity% of total imports.

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