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Rep. of Korea-Cambodia Bilateral Trade Analysis 2023

Complete trade statistics: $751.10M total volume •Rep. of Korea surplus: $189.07M

Rep. of KoreaCambodia

$470.09M

Exports (2023)

CambodiaRep. of Korea

$281.01M

Imports (2023)

Trade Balance

$189.07M

Surplus for Rep. of Korea

Total Trade

$751.10M

Combined Volume

Trade Flow Visualization

Direct trade relationship between Rep. of Korea and Cambodia. Green line shows exports from Rep. of Korea, red line shows imports.

Detailed Product Trade Analysis

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

Rep. of KoreaCambodia Exports

$470.09M
2023 Total

Export Market Intelligence

Product Diversity:
Specialized Focus
Market Share:
11.2% top product
1Waters: including mineral and aerated, containing added sugar or other sweetening matter or flavoured
$52.86M
11.2% of exports
2Electrical apparatus: n.e.c. in heading no. 8536, for switching or protecting electrical circuits, for a voltage not exceeding 1000 volts
$41.23M
8.8% of exports
3Vehicles: public transport type (carries 10 or more persons, including driver), with only compression-ignition internal combustion piston engine (diesel or semi-diesel), new or used
$31.18M
6.6% of exports
4Leather: composition leather with a basis of leather or leather fibre, in slabs, sheets or strip, whether or not in rolls
$31.01M
6.6% of exports
5Fabrics: knitted or crocheted fabrics, other than those of headings 60.01 to 60.04,and other than those made of wool, fine animal hair, cotton, synthetic or artificial fibres
$17.84M
3.8% of exports

🎯 Strategic Export Focus

Rep. of Korea's export portfolio to Cambodia demonstrates strategic specialization, with waters: including mineral and aerated, containing added sugar or other sweetening matter or flavoured representing a key competitive advantage in this bilateral market.

CambodiaRep. of Korea Imports

$281.01M
2023 Total

Import Dependency Profile

Supply Diversity:
Concentrated
Critical Imports:
18.5% concentration
1Insulated electric conductors: ignition wiring sets and other wiring sets of a kind used in vehicles, aircraft or ships
$52.09M
18.5% of imports
2Footwear: with metal toe-cap, outer soles of rubber, plastics, leather or composition leather, uppers of leather
$28.35M
10.1% of imports
3Insulated electric conductors: for a voltage not exceeding 1000 volts, not fitted with connectors
$27.65M
9.8% of imports
4Footwear: n.e.c. in heading no. 6402, (other than just covering the ankle), with outer soles and uppers of rubber or plastics
$12.57M
4.5% of imports
5Aluminium: waste and scrap
$11.44M
4.1% of imports

📦 Import Strategy Analysis

Rep. of Korea's import pattern from Cambodia reveals significant dependencyin insulated electric conductors: ignition wiring sets and other wiring sets of a kind used in vehicles, aircraft or ships, highlighting complementary economic structures and potential supply chain optimization opportunities.

Competitive Trade Position Analysis

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Market Leadership

Rep. of Korea demonstrates competitive strength in exportingwaters: including mineral and aerated, containing added sugar or other sweetening matter or flavoured to Cambodia, leveraging comparative advantages.

Export Leader in 5+ Categories
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Trade Complementarity

The bilateral relationship showsstrongcomplementarity, with each country specializing in different sectors.

Specialized Exchange
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Growth Potential

The $751.10M trade volume indicates substantial economic integration with room for expansion in emerging sectors.

Significant Partnership

Executive Summary: Rep. of Korea-Cambodia Trade Relationship

Key Trade Highlights 2023

  • Total Trade Volume: $751.10 millionrepresenting a significant bilateral economic relationship
  • Trade Balance: Rep. of Korea maintains a surplus of $189.07 million
  • Export Focus: Rep. of Korea's primary exports include waters: including mineral and aerated, containing added sugar or other sweetening matter or flavoured, electrical apparatus: n.e.c. in heading no. 8536, for switching or protecting electrical circuits, for a voltage not exceeding 1000 volts, vehicles: public transport type (carries 10 or more persons, including driver), with only compression-ignition internal combustion piston engine (diesel or semi-diesel), new or used
  • Import Dependencies: Key imports from Cambodia include insulated electric conductors: ignition wiring sets and other wiring sets of a kind used in vehicles, aircraft or ships, footwear: with metal toe-cap, outer soles of rubber, plastics, leather or composition leather, uppers of leather, insulated electric conductors: for a voltage not exceeding 1000 volts, not fitted with connectors

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 $751.10M 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 Rep. of Korea leveraging its comparative advantages in waters: including mineral and aerated, containing added sugar or other sweetening matter or flavoured.

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

Rep. of Korea's specialization in waters: including mineral and aerated, containing added sugar or other sweetening matter or flavouredcomplements Cambodia's demand patterns, creating natural trade synergies.

2

Supply Chain Integration

Deep integration in global value chains has strengthened bilateral linkages, particularly in insulated electric conductors: ignition wiring sets and other wiring sets of a kind used in vehicles, aircraft or ships.

3

Market Access & Trade Policy

Favorable trade agreements and market access conditions have facilitated the growth of this $751.10M bilateral relationship.

Trade Pattern Insights

Trade ComplementarityAsymmetric
Seasonal VariationsModerate
Product ConcentrationMedium
Market DependencyModerate
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Trade Relationship Outlook

The $751.10M 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 $751.10 million bilateral trade volume represents a important trade relationshipfor both economies.

Economic Significance: Moderate
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Industrial Integration

Trade flows in waters: including mineral and aerated, containing added sugar or other sweetening matter or flavoured and insulated electric conductors: ignition wiring sets and other wiring sets of a kind used in vehicles, aircraft or ships demonstrate deep industrial linkages and supply chain integration.

Supply Chain Integration: Specialized
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Trade Balance Effects

Rep. of Korea's trade surplus of $189.07 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 electrical apparatus: n.e.c. in heading no. 8536, for switching or protecting electrical circuits, for a voltage not exceeding 1000 volts present expansion opportunities.
Market Diversification
Beyond current focus on insulated electric conductors: ignition wiring sets and other wiring sets of a kind used in vehicles, aircraft or ships, new product categories offer potential for trade expansion.

⚠️Risk Factors

Supply Chain Vulnerabilities
Moderate concentration in key sectors requires monitoring
Market Competition
Global competition in waters: including mineral and aerated, containing added sugar or other sweetening matter or flavoured 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 Rep. of Korea and Cambodia represents a total trade volume of $751.10 million in 2023. This partnership demonstrates a favorable trade balance for Rep. of Korea, with exports exceeding importsby $189.07 million.

Export Strengths

Rep. of Korea's exports to Cambodia total $470.09 million, with competitive advantages in waters: including mineral and aerated, containing added sugar or other sweetening matter or flavoured, representing $52.86M or11.2% of bilateral exports.

Import Dependencies

Imports from Cambodia amount to $281.01 million, highlighting economic interdependence in insulated electric conductors: ignition wiring sets and other wiring sets of a kind used in vehicles, aircraft or ships, with Insulated electric conductors: ignition wiring sets and other wiring sets of a kind used in vehicles, aircraft or ships comprising18.5% of total imports.

The trade relationship reflects broader economic patterns and comparative advantages. The trade surplus indicates Rep. of Korea'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