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Rep. of Korea-Paraguay Bilateral Trade Analysis 2023

Complete trade statistics: $296.08M total volume •Rep. of Korea surplus: $73.01M

Rep. of KoreaParaguay

$184.54M

Exports (2023)

ParaguayRep. of Korea

$111.53M

Imports (2023)

Trade Balance

$73.01M

Surplus for Rep. of Korea

Total Trade

$296.08M

Combined Volume

Trade Flow Visualization

Direct trade relationship between Rep. of Korea and Paraguay. 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-Paraguay commercial relationship and competitive positioning in global markets.

Rep. of KoreaParaguay Exports

$184.54M
2023 Total

Export Market Intelligence

Product Diversity:
Specialized Focus
Market Share:
31.8% top product
1Vehicles: with only compression-ignition internal combustion piston engine (diesel or semi-diesel), cylinder capacity over 1500 but not over 2500cc
$58.73M
31.8% of exports
2Aluminium: plates, sheets and strip, thickness exceeding 0.2mm, alloys, rectangular (including square)
$8.42M
4.6% of exports
3Electrical apparatus: n.e.c. in heading no. 8536, for switching or protecting electrical circuits, for a voltage not exceeding 1000 volts
$8.04M
4.4% of exports
4Vehicles: with only spark-ignition internal combustion reciprocating piston engine, cylinder capacity not over 1000cc
$7.85M
4.3% of exports
5Vehicles: with only spark-ignition internal combustion reciprocating piston engine, cylinder capacity over 1500 but not over 3000cc
$7.44M
4.0% of exports

🎯 Strategic Export Focus

Rep. of Korea's export portfolio to Paraguay demonstrates strategic specialization, with vehicles: with only compression-ignition internal combustion piston engine (diesel or semi-diesel), cylinder capacity over 1500 but not over 2500cc representing a key competitive advantage in this bilateral market.

ParaguayRep. of Korea Imports

$111.53M
2023 Total

Import Dependency Profile

Supply Diversity:
Concentrated
Critical Imports:
95.2% concentration
1Cereals: maize (corn), other than seed
$106.21M
95.2% of imports
2Meat and edible meat offal: salted, in brine, dried or smoked, and edible flours and meals of meat or meat offal, other than of primates, whales, dolphins, porpoises, manatees, dugongs, seals, sea lions, walruses, reptiles (including snakes and turtles)
$1.81M
1.6% of imports
3Aluminium: waste and scrap
$835,253
0.7% of imports
4Copper: waste and scrap
$699,917
0.6% of imports
5Oil seeds and oleaginous fruits: n.e.c. in heading no. 1207, whether or not broken
$571,677
0.5% of imports

📦 Import Strategy Analysis

Rep. of Korea's import pattern from Paraguay reveals significant dependencyin cereals: maize (corn), other than seed, 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 exportingvehicles: with only compression-ignition internal combustion piston engine (diesel or semi-diesel), cylinder capacity over 1500 but not over 2500cc to Paraguay, 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 $296.08M trade volume indicates substantial economic integration with room for expansion in emerging sectors.

Significant Partnership

Executive Summary: Rep. of Korea-Paraguay Trade Relationship

Key Trade Highlights 2023

  • Total Trade Volume: $296.08 millionrepresenting a significant bilateral economic relationship
  • Trade Balance: Rep. of Korea maintains a surplus of $73.01 million
  • Export Focus: Rep. of Korea's primary exports include vehicles: with only compression-ignition internal combustion piston engine (diesel or semi-diesel), cylinder capacity over 1500 but not over 2500cc, aluminium: plates, sheets and strip, thickness exceeding 0.2mm, alloys, rectangular (including square), electrical apparatus: n.e.c. in heading no. 8536, for switching or protecting electrical circuits, for a voltage not exceeding 1000 volts
  • Import Dependencies: Key imports from Paraguay include cereals: maize (corn), other than seed, meat and edible meat offal: salted, in brine, dried or smoked, and edible flours and meals of meat or meat offal, other than of primates, whales, dolphins, porpoises, manatees, dugongs, seals, sea lions, walruses, reptiles (including snakes and turtles), aluminium: waste and scrap

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 $296.08M 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 vehicles: with only compression-ignition internal combustion piston engine (diesel or semi-diesel), cylinder capacity over 1500 but not over 2500cc.

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

Rep. of Korea's specialization in vehicles: with only compression-ignition internal combustion piston engine (diesel or semi-diesel), cylinder capacity over 1500 but not over 2500cccomplements Paraguay's demand patterns, creating natural trade synergies.

2

Supply Chain Integration

Deep integration in global value chains has strengthened bilateral linkages, particularly in cereals: maize (corn), other than seed.

3

Market Access & Trade Policy

Favorable trade agreements and market access conditions have facilitated the growth of this $296.08M bilateral relationship.

Trade Pattern Insights

Trade ComplementarityAsymmetric
Seasonal VariationsModerate
Product ConcentrationMedium
Market DependencyModerate
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Trade Relationship Outlook

The $296.08M 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 $296.08 million bilateral trade volume represents a important trade relationshipfor both economies.

Economic Significance: Moderate
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Industrial Integration

Trade flows in vehicles: with only compression-ignition internal combustion piston engine (diesel or semi-diesel), cylinder capacity over 1500 but not over 2500cc and cereals: maize (corn), other than seed 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 $73.01 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 aluminium: plates, sheets and strip, thickness exceeding 0.2mm, alloys, rectangular (including square) present expansion opportunities.
Market Diversification
Beyond current focus on cereals: maize (corn), other than seed, 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 vehicles: with only compression-ignition internal combustion piston engine (diesel or semi-diesel), cylinder capacity over 1500 but not over 2500cc 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 Paraguay represents a total trade volume of $296.08 million in 2023. This partnership demonstrates a favorable trade balance for Rep. of Korea, with exports exceeding importsby $73.01 million.

Export Strengths

Rep. of Korea's exports to Paraguay total $184.54 million, with competitive advantages in vehicles: with only compression-ignition internal combustion piston engine (diesel or semi-diesel), cylinder capacity over 1500 but not over 2500cc, representing $58.73M or31.8% of bilateral exports.

Import Dependencies

Imports from Paraguay amount to $111.53 million, highlighting economic interdependence in cereals: maize (corn), other than seed, with Cereals: maize (corn), other than seed comprising95.2% 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