Pakistan-Oman Bilateral Trade Analysis 2023

Complete trade statistics: $473.54M total volume •Pakistan surplus: $473.54M

PakistanOman

$473.54M

Exports (2023)

OmanPakistan

$0

Imports (2023)

Trade Balance

$473.54M

Surplus for Pakistan

Total Trade

$473.54M

Combined Volume

Trade Flow Visualization

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

PakistanOman Exports

$473.54M
2023 Total

Export Market Intelligence

Product Diversity:
Specialized Focus
Market Share:
36.3% top product
1Ferrous products: obtained by direct reduction of iron ore, in lumps, pellets or similar forms
$171.74M
36.3% of exports
2Iron ores and concentrates: agglomerated (excluding roasted iron pyrites)
$58.14M
12.3% of exports
3Cereals: rice, semi-milled or wholly milled, whether or not polished or glazed
$48.68M
10.3% of exports
4Iron or non-alloy steel: semi-finished products of iron or non-alloy steel: containing by weight less than 0.25% of carbon, of rectangular (including square) cross-section, width less than twice thickness
$48.49M
10.2% of exports
5Iron: non-alloy pig iron containing by weight 0.5% or less of phosphorus, in pigs, blocks or other primary forms
$26.54M
5.6% of exports

🎯 Strategic Export Focus

Pakistan's export portfolio to Oman demonstrates strategic specialization, with ferrous products: obtained by direct reduction of iron ore, in lumps, pellets or similar forms representing a key competitive advantage in this bilateral market.

OmanPakistan Imports

$0
2023 Total

Import Dependency Profile

Supply Diversity:
Concentrated
Critical Imports:
Infinity% concentration
1Petroleum 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
$118.74M
Infinity% of imports
2Propylene, other olefin polymers: polypropylene in primary forms
$57.69M
Infinity% of imports
3Petroleum gases and other gaseous hydrocarbons: liquefied, natural gas
$34.21M
Infinity% of imports
4Ferrous products: obtained by direct reduction of iron ore, in lumps, pellets or similar forms
$33.68M
Infinity% of imports
5Ethylene polymers: in primary forms, polyethylene having a specific gravity of less than 0.94
$30.73M
Infinity% of imports

📦 Import Strategy Analysis

Pakistan's import pattern from Oman reveals significant dependencyin petroleum 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, 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 exportingferrous products: obtained by direct reduction of iron ore, in lumps, pellets or similar forms to Oman, 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 $473.54M trade volume indicates substantial economic integration with room for expansion in emerging sectors.

Significant Partnership

Executive Summary: Pakistan-Oman Trade Relationship

Key Trade Highlights 2023

  • Total Trade Volume: $473.54 millionrepresenting a significant bilateral economic relationship
  • Trade Balance: Pakistan maintains a surplus of $473.54 million
  • Export Focus: Pakistan's primary exports include ferrous products: obtained by direct reduction of iron ore, in lumps, pellets or similar forms, iron ores and concentrates: agglomerated (excluding roasted iron pyrites), cereals: rice, semi-milled or wholly milled, whether or not polished or glazed
  • Import Dependencies: Key imports from Oman include petroleum 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, propylene, other olefin polymers: polypropylene in primary forms, petroleum gases and other gaseous hydrocarbons: liquefied, natural gas

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 $473.54M 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 ferrous products: obtained by direct reduction of iron ore, in lumps, pellets or similar forms.

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 ferrous products: obtained by direct reduction of iron ore, in lumps, pellets or similar formscomplements Oman's demand patterns, creating natural trade synergies.

2

Supply Chain Integration

Deep integration in global value chains has strengthened bilateral linkages, particularly in petroleum 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.

3

Market Access & Trade Policy

Favorable trade agreements and market access conditions have facilitated the growth of this $473.54M bilateral relationship.

Trade Pattern Insights

Trade ComplementarityAsymmetric
Seasonal VariationsModerate
Product ConcentrationMedium
Market DependencyHigh
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Trade Relationship Outlook

The $473.54M 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 $473.54 million bilateral trade volume represents a important trade relationshipfor both economies.

Economic Significance: Moderate
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Industrial Integration

Trade flows in ferrous products: obtained by direct reduction of iron ore, in lumps, pellets or similar forms and petroleum 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 demonstrate deep industrial linkages and supply chain integration.

Supply Chain Integration: Specialized
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Trade Balance Effects

Pakistan's trade surplus of $473.54 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 iron ores and concentrates: agglomerated (excluding roasted iron pyrites) present expansion opportunities.
Market Diversification
Beyond current focus on petroleum 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, 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 ferrous products: obtained by direct reduction of iron ore, in lumps, pellets or similar forms 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 Oman represents a total trade volume of $473.54 million in 2023. This partnership demonstrates a favorable trade balance for Pakistan, with exports exceeding importsby $473.54 million.

Export Strengths

Pakistan's exports to Oman total $473.54 million, with competitive advantages in ferrous products: obtained by direct reduction of iron ore, in lumps, pellets or similar forms, representing $171.74M or36.3% of bilateral exports.

Import Dependencies

Imports from Oman amount to $0.00, highlighting economic interdependence in petroleum 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, with Petroleum 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 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