Serbia-Albania Bilateral Trade Analysis 2023

Complete trade statistics: $650.21M total volume •Serbia surplus: $27.53M

SerbiaAlbania

$338.87M

Exports (2023)

AlbaniaSerbia

$311.34M

Imports (2023)

Trade Balance

$27.53M

Surplus for Serbia

Total Trade

$650.21M

Combined Volume

Trade Flow Visualization

Direct trade relationship between Serbia and Albania. Green line shows exports from Serbia, red line shows imports.

Detailed Product Trade Analysis

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

SerbiaAlbania Exports

$338.87M
2023 Total

Export Market Intelligence

Product Diversity:
Specialized Focus
Market Share:
6.5% top product
1Non-alcoholic beverages: other than non-alcoholic beer, n.e.c. in item no. 2202.10, not including fruit or vegetable juices of heading no. 2009
$21.86M
6.5% of exports
2Beer: made from malt
$14.98M
4.4% of exports
3Cereals: wheat and meslin, other than durum wheat, other than seed
$14.83M
4.4% of exports
4Insulated electric conductors: for a voltage not exceeding 1000 volts, not fitted with connectors
$14.71M
4.3% of exports
5Waters: including mineral and aerated, containing added sugar or other sweetening matter or flavoured
$13.65M
4.0% of exports

🎯 Strategic Export Focus

Serbia's export portfolio to Albania demonstrates strategic specialization, with non-alcoholic beverages: other than non-alcoholic beer, n.e.c. in item no. 2202.10, not including fruit or vegetable juices of heading no. 2009 representing a key competitive advantage in this bilateral market.

AlbaniaSerbia Imports

$311.34M
2023 Total

Import Dependency Profile

Supply Diversity:
Concentrated
Critical Imports:
23.1% concentration
1Iron or non-alloy steel: bars and rods, hot-rolled, hot-drawn or hot-extruded, containing indentations, ribs, grooves or other deformations produced during the rolling process or twisted after rolling
$71.78M
23.1% of imports
2Electrical energy
$25.42M
8.2% of imports
3Cement: portland, other than white, whether or not artificially coloured
$23.95M
7.7% of imports
4Vegetables: tomatoes, fresh or chilled
$16.14M
5.2% of imports
5Mastics: n.e.c. in heading no. 3214
$8.71M
2.8% of imports

📦 Import Strategy Analysis

Serbia's import pattern from Albania reveals strategic sourcingin iron or non-alloy steel: bars and rods, hot-rolled, hot-drawn or hot-extruded, containing indentations, ribs, grooves or other deformations produced during the rolling process or twisted after rolling, highlighting complementary economic structures and potential supply chain optimization opportunities.

Competitive Trade Position Analysis

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Market Leadership

Serbia demonstrates competitive strength in exportingnon-alcoholic beverages: other than non-alcoholic beer, n.e.c. in item no. 2202.10, not including fruit or vegetable juices of heading no. 2009 to Albania, 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.

Highly Balanced
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Growth Potential

The $650.21M trade volume indicates substantial economic integration with room for expansion in emerging sectors.

Significant Partnership

Executive Summary: Serbia-Albania Trade Relationship

Key Trade Highlights 2023

  • Total Trade Volume: $650.21 millionrepresenting a significant bilateral economic relationship
  • Trade Balance: Serbia maintains a surplus of $27.53 million
  • Export Focus: Serbia's primary exports include non-alcoholic beverages: other than non-alcoholic beer, n.e.c. in item no. 2202.10, not including fruit or vegetable juices of heading no. 2009, beer: made from malt, cereals: wheat and meslin, other than durum wheat, other than seed
  • Import Dependencies: Key imports from Albania include iron or non-alloy steel: bars and rods, hot-rolled, hot-drawn or hot-extruded, containing indentations, ribs, grooves or other deformations produced during the rolling process or twisted after rolling, electrical energy, cement: portland, other than white, whether or not artificially coloured

Strategic Trade Indicators

Trade IntensityHigh
Export DiversificationConcentrated
Trade Balance HealthBalanced

📈 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 $650.21M 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 Serbia leveraging its comparative advantages in non-alcoholic beverages: other than non-alcoholic beer, n.e.c. in item no. 2202.10, not including fruit or vegetable juices of heading no. 2009.

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

Serbia's specialization in non-alcoholic beverages: other than non-alcoholic beer, n.e.c. in item no. 2202.10, not including fruit or vegetable juices of heading no. 2009complements Albania's demand patterns, creating natural trade synergies.

2

Supply Chain Integration

Deep integration in global value chains has strengthened bilateral linkages, particularly in iron or non-alloy steel: bars and rods, hot-rolled, hot-drawn or hot-extruded, containing indentations, ribs, grooves or other deformations produced during the rolling process or twisted after rolling.

3

Market Access & Trade Policy

Favorable trade agreements and market access conditions have facilitated the growth of this $650.21M bilateral relationship.

Trade Pattern Insights

Trade ComplementarityAsymmetric
Seasonal VariationsModerate
Product ConcentrationMedium
Market DependencyModerate
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Trade Relationship Outlook

The $650.21M 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 $650.21 million bilateral trade volume represents a important trade relationshipfor both economies.

Economic Significance: Moderate
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Industrial Integration

Trade flows in non-alcoholic beverages: other than non-alcoholic beer, n.e.c. in item no. 2202.10, not including fruit or vegetable juices of heading no. 2009 and iron or non-alloy steel: bars and rods, hot-rolled, hot-drawn or hot-extruded, containing indentations, ribs, grooves or other deformations produced during the rolling process or twisted after rolling demonstrate deep industrial linkages and supply chain integration.

Supply Chain Integration: Specialized
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Trade Balance Effects

Serbia's trade surplus of $27.53 million strengthens its overall economic position in this bilateral relationship.

Balance Impact: Well Balanced

Strategic Future Outlook

🚀Growth Opportunities

Emerging Sectors
Technology transfer and innovation cooperation in beer: made from malt present expansion opportunities.
Market Diversification
Beyond current focus on iron or non-alloy steel: bars and rods, hot-rolled, hot-drawn or hot-extruded, containing indentations, ribs, grooves or other deformations produced during the rolling process or twisted after rolling, 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 non-alcoholic beverages: other than non-alcoholic beer, n.e.c. in item no. 2202.10, not including fruit or vegetable juices of heading no. 2009 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 Serbia and Albania represents a total trade volume of $650.21 million in 2023. This partnership demonstrates a favorable trade balance for Serbia, with exports exceeding importsby $27.53 million.

Export Strengths

Serbia's exports to Albania total $338.87 million, with competitive advantages in non-alcoholic beverages: other than non-alcoholic beer, n.e.c. in item no. 2202.10, not including fruit or vegetable juices of heading no. 2009, representing $21.86M or6.5% of bilateral exports.

Import Dependencies

Imports from Albania amount to $311.34 million, highlighting economic interdependence in iron or non-alloy steel: bars and rods, hot-rolled, hot-drawn or hot-extruded, containing indentations, ribs, grooves or other deformations produced during the rolling process or twisted after rolling, with Iron or non-alloy steel: bars and rods, hot-rolled, hot-drawn or hot-extruded, containing indentations, ribs, grooves or other deformations produced during the rolling process or twisted after rolling comprising23.1% of total imports.

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