Pakistan-United Kingdom Bilateral Trade Analysis 2023
Complete trade statistics: $2.95B total volume •Pakistan surplus: $1.70B
Pakistan → United Kingdom
$2.32B
Exports (2023)
United Kingdom → Pakistan
$620.55M
Imports (2023)
Trade Balance
$1.70B
Surplus for Pakistan
Total Trade
$2.95B
Combined Volume
Trade Flow Visualization
Direct trade relationship between Pakistan and United Kingdom. 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-United Kingdom commercial relationship and competitive positioning in global markets.
Pakistan → United Kingdom Exports
Export Market Intelligence
🎯 Strategic Export Focus
Pakistan's export portfolio to United Kingdom demonstrates strategic specialization, with bed linen: of cotton (not printed, knitted or crocheted) representing a key competitive advantage in this bilateral market.
United Kingdom → Pakistan Imports
Import Dependency Profile
📦 Import Strategy Analysis
Pakistan's import pattern from United Kingdom reveals significant dependencyin ferrous waste and scrap: n.e.c. in heading no. 7204, highlighting complementary economic structures and potential supply chain optimization opportunities.
Competitive Trade Position Analysis
Market Leadership
Pakistan demonstrates competitive strength in exportingbed linen: of cotton (not printed, knitted or crocheted) to United Kingdom, leveraging comparative advantages.
Trade Complementarity
The bilateral relationship showsmoderatecomplementarity, with each country specializing in different sectors.
Growth Potential
The $2.95B trade volume indicates substantial economic integration with room for expansion in emerging sectors.
Executive Summary: Pakistan-United Kingdom Trade Relationship
Key Trade Highlights 2023
- Total Trade Volume: $2.95 billionrepresenting a significant bilateral economic relationship
- Trade Balance: Pakistan maintains a surplus of $1.70 billion
- Export Focus: Pakistan's primary exports include bed linen: of cotton (not printed, knitted or crocheted), jerseys, pullovers, cardigans, waistcoats and similar articles: of cotton, knitted or crocheted, jerseys, pullovers, cardigans, waistcoats and similar articles: of textile materials (other than wool or fine animal hair, cotton or man-made fibres), knitted or crocheted
- Import Dependencies: Key imports from United Kingdom include ferrous waste and scrap: n.e.c. in heading no. 7204, ferrous waste and scrap: of alloy steel (excluding stainless), ferrous waste and scrap: turnings, shavings, chips, milling waste, sawdust, fillings, trimmings and stampings, whether or not in bundles
Strategic Trade Indicators
📈 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 $2.95B 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 bed linen: of cotton (not printed, knitted or crocheted).
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
Comparative Advantage
Pakistan's specialization in bed linen: of cotton (not printed, knitted or crocheted)complements United Kingdom's demand patterns, creating natural trade synergies.
Supply Chain Integration
Deep integration in global value chains has strengthened bilateral linkages, particularly in ferrous waste and scrap: n.e.c. in heading no. 7204.
Market Access & Trade Policy
Favorable trade agreements and market access conditions have facilitated the growth of this $2.95B bilateral relationship.
Trade Pattern Insights
Trade Relationship Outlook
The $2.95B 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
Trade Volume Impact
The $2.95 billion bilateral trade volume represents a important trade relationshipfor both economies.
Industrial Integration
Trade flows in bed linen: of cotton (not printed, knitted or crocheted) and ferrous waste and scrap: n.e.c. in heading no. 7204 demonstrate deep industrial linkages and supply chain integration.
Trade Balance Effects
Pakistan's trade surplus of $1.70 billion strengthens its overall economic position in this bilateral relationship.
Strategic Future Outlook
🚀Growth Opportunities
⚠️Risk Factors
🎯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 United Kingdom represents a total trade volume of $2.95 billion in 2023. This partnership demonstrates a favorable trade balance for Pakistan, with exports exceeding importsby $1.70 billion.
Export Strengths
Pakistan's exports to United Kingdom total $2.32 billion, with competitive advantages in bed linen: of cotton (not printed, knitted or crocheted), representing $141.64M or6.1% of bilateral exports.
Import Dependencies
Imports from United Kingdom amount to $620.55 million, highlighting economic interdependence in ferrous waste and scrap: n.e.c. in heading no. 7204, with Ferrous waste and scrap: n.e.c. in heading no. 7204 comprising25.3% 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.
Download Bilateral Trade Data
Access detailed trade data between Pakistan and United Kingdom in multiple formats.
Data Source: CEPII BACI (Base pour l'Analyse du Commerce International) • Last Updated: January 2025 • Coverage: 1995-2023