Singapore-Cambodia Bilateral Trade Analysis 2023

Complete trade statistics: $3.43B total volume •Singapore surplus: $543.75M

SingaporeCambodia

$1.99B

Exports (2023)

CambodiaSingapore

$1.44B

Imports (2023)

Trade Balance

$543.75M

Surplus for Singapore

Total Trade

$3.43B

Combined Volume

Trade Flow Visualization

Direct trade relationship between Singapore and Cambodia. Green line shows exports from Singapore, red line shows imports.

Detailed Product Trade Analysis

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

SingaporeCambodia Exports

$1.99B
2023 Total

Export Market Intelligence

Product Diversity:
Specialized Focus
Market Share:
42.4% top product
1Metals: gold, semi-manufactured
$843.07M
42.4% of exports
2Petroleum 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
$580.27M
29.2% of exports
3Metals: gold, non-monetary, unwrought (but not powder)
$73.55M
3.7% of exports
4Dog or cat food: (not put up for retail sale), used in animal feeding
$60.63M
3.0% of exports
5Paper and paperboard: coated, impregnated or covered with plastics (excluding adhesives), other than bleached and weighing more than 150g/m2, other than goods of heading no. 4803, 4809, or 4810
$44.09M
2.2% of exports

🎯 Strategic Export Focus

Singapore's export portfolio to Cambodia demonstrates strategic specialization, with metals: gold, semi-manufactured representing a key competitive advantage in this bilateral market.

CambodiaSingapore Imports

$1.44B
2023 Total

Import Dependency Profile

Supply Diversity:
Concentrated
Critical Imports:
50.0% concentration
1Metals: gold, semi-manufactured
$722.02M
50.0% of imports
2Waste and scrap of precious metals: of gold, including metal clad with gold but excluding sweepings containing other precious metals
$500.64M
34.7% of imports
3Metals: gold, non-monetary, unwrought (but not powder)
$111.24M
7.7% of imports
4Cereals: rice, semi-milled or wholly milled, whether or not polished or glazed
$6.41M
0.4% of imports
5Cases and containers: handbags (whether or not with shoulder strap and including those without handle), with outer surface of leather or of composition leather
$5.62M
0.4% of imports

📦 Import Strategy Analysis

Singapore's import pattern from Cambodia reveals strategic sourcingin metals: gold, semi-manufactured, highlighting complementary economic structures and potential supply chain optimization opportunities.

Competitive Trade Position Analysis

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Market Leadership

Singapore demonstrates competitive strength in exportingmetals: gold, semi-manufactured 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.

Highly Balanced
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Growth Potential

The $3.43B trade volume indicates substantial economic integration with room for expansion in emerging sectors.

Significant Partnership

Executive Summary: Singapore-Cambodia Trade Relationship

Key Trade Highlights 2023

  • Total Trade Volume: $3.43 billionrepresenting a significant bilateral economic relationship
  • Trade Balance: Singapore maintains a surplus of $543.75 million
  • Export Focus: Singapore's primary exports include metals: gold, semi-manufactured, 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, metals: gold, non-monetary, unwrought (but not powder)
  • Import Dependencies: Key imports from Cambodia include metals: gold, semi-manufactured, waste and scrap of precious metals: of gold, including metal clad with gold but excluding sweepings containing other precious metals, metals: gold, non-monetary, unwrought (but not powder)

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 $3.43B 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 Singapore leveraging its comparative advantages in metals: gold, semi-manufactured.

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

Singapore's specialization in metals: gold, semi-manufacturedcomplements Cambodia's demand patterns, creating natural trade synergies.

2

Supply Chain Integration

Deep integration in global value chains has strengthened bilateral linkages, particularly in metals: gold, semi-manufactured.

3

Market Access & Trade Policy

Favorable trade agreements and market access conditions have facilitated the growth of this $3.43B bilateral relationship.

Trade Pattern Insights

Trade ComplementarityAsymmetric
Seasonal VariationsModerate
Product ConcentrationMedium
Market DependencyModerate
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Trade Relationship Outlook

The $3.43B 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 $3.43 billion bilateral trade volume represents a important trade relationshipfor both economies.

Economic Significance: Moderate
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Industrial Integration

Trade flows in metals: gold, semi-manufactured and metals: gold, semi-manufactured demonstrate deep industrial linkages and supply chain integration.

Supply Chain Integration: Specialized
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Trade Balance Effects

Singapore's trade surplus of $543.75 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 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 present expansion opportunities.
Market Diversification
Beyond current focus on metals: gold, semi-manufactured, 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 metals: gold, semi-manufactured 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 Singapore and Cambodia represents a total trade volume of $3.43 billion in 2023. This partnership demonstrates a favorable trade balance for Singapore, with exports exceeding importsby $543.75 million.

Export Strengths

Singapore's exports to Cambodia total $1.99 billion, with competitive advantages in metals: gold, semi-manufactured, representing $843.07M or42.4% of bilateral exports.

Import Dependencies

Imports from Cambodia amount to $1.44 billion, highlighting economic interdependence in metals: gold, semi-manufactured, with Metals: gold, semi-manufactured comprising50.0% of total imports.

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