Somalia-Indonesia Bilateral Trade Analysis 2023

Complete trade statistics: $97.07M total volume •Somalia deficit: $97.07M

SomaliaIndonesia

$0

Exports (2023)

IndonesiaSomalia

$97.07M

Imports (2023)

Trade Balance

$97.07M

Deficit for Somalia

Total Trade

$97.07M

Combined Volume

Trade Flow Visualization

Direct trade relationship between Somalia and Indonesia. Green line shows exports from Somalia, red line shows imports.

Detailed Product Trade Analysis

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

SomaliaIndonesia Exports

$0
2023 Total

Export Market Intelligence

Product Diversity:
Specialized Focus
Market Share:
Infinity% top product
1Skins: raw, of sheep or lambs, pickled (but not tanned, parchment-dressed or further preserved), without wool on
$68,065
Infinity% of exports
2Engines: parts for internal combustion piston engines (excluding spark-ignition)
$487
Infinity% of exports
3Fabrics: 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
$129
Infinity% of exports
4Vehicle parts and accessories: n.e.c. in heading no. 8708
$52
Infinity% of exports
5Track suits and other garments n.e.c.: men's or boys', of cotton (not knitted or crocheted)
$35
Infinity% of exports

🎯 Strategic Export Focus

Somalia's export portfolio to Indonesia demonstrates strategic specialization, with skins: raw, of sheep or lambs, pickled (but not tanned, parchment-dressed or further preserved), without wool on representing a key competitive advantage in this bilateral market.

IndonesiaSomalia Imports

$97.07M
2023 Total

Import Dependency Profile

Supply Diversity:
Concentrated
Critical Imports:
33.8% concentration
1Vegetable oils: palm oil and its fractions, other than crude, whether or not refined, but not chemically modified
$32.77M
33.8% of imports
2Track suits and other garments n.e.c.: women's or girls', of textile materials n.e.c. in item no. 6211.4 (not knitted or crocheted)
$9.02M
9.3% of imports
3Ethylene polymers: sacks and bags (including cones), for the conveyance or packing of goods
$7.43M
7.7% of imports
4Soap and organic surface-active products: in the form of bars, cakes, moulded shapes, and paper, wadding, felt and nonwovens, impregnated, coated or covered with soap or detergent, for toilet use (including medicated products)
$5.46M
5.6% of imports
5Track suits and other garments n.e.c.: women's or girls', of cotton (not knitted or crocheted)
$4.81M
5.0% of imports

📦 Import Strategy Analysis

Somalia's import pattern from Indonesia reveals significant dependencyin vegetable oils: palm oil and its fractions, other than crude, whether or not refined, but not chemically modified, highlighting complementary economic structures and potential supply chain optimization opportunities.

Competitive Trade Position Analysis

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Market Leadership

Somalia demonstrates competitive strength in exportingskins: raw, of sheep or lambs, pickled (but not tanned, parchment-dressed or further preserved), without wool on to Indonesia, leveraging comparative advantages.

Export Leader in 5+ Categories
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Trade Complementarity

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

Specialized Exchange
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Growth Potential

The $97.07M trade volume indicates substantial economic integration with room for expansion in emerging sectors.

Significant Partnership

Executive Summary: Somalia-Indonesia Trade Relationship

Key Trade Highlights 2023

  • Total Trade Volume: $97.07 millionrepresenting a significant bilateral economic relationship
  • Trade Balance: Somalia maintains a deficit of $97.07 million
  • Export Focus: Somalia's primary exports include skins: raw, of sheep or lambs, pickled (but not tanned, parchment-dressed or further preserved), without wool on, engines: parts for internal combustion piston engines (excluding spark-ignition), fabrics: 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
  • Import Dependencies: Key imports from Indonesia include vegetable oils: palm oil and its fractions, other than crude, whether or not refined, but not chemically modified, track suits and other garments n.e.c.: women's or girls', of textile materials n.e.c. in item no. 6211.4 (not knitted or crocheted), ethylene polymers: sacks and bags (including cones), for the conveyance or packing of goods

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 $97.07M 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 Somalia leveraging its comparative advantages in skins: raw, of sheep or lambs, pickled (but not tanned, parchment-dressed or further preserved), without wool on.

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

Somalia's specialization in skins: raw, of sheep or lambs, pickled (but not tanned, parchment-dressed or further preserved), without wool oncomplements Indonesia's demand patterns, creating natural trade synergies.

2

Supply Chain Integration

Deep integration in global value chains has strengthened bilateral linkages, particularly in vegetable oils: palm oil and its fractions, other than crude, whether or not refined, but not chemically modified.

3

Market Access & Trade Policy

Favorable trade agreements and market access conditions have facilitated the growth of this $97.07M bilateral relationship.

Trade Pattern Insights

Trade ComplementarityAsymmetric
Seasonal VariationsModerate
Product ConcentrationMedium
Market DependencyHigh
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Trade Relationship Outlook

The $97.07M 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 $97.07 million bilateral trade volume represents a important trade relationshipfor both economies.

Economic Significance: Moderate
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Industrial Integration

Trade flows in skins: raw, of sheep or lambs, pickled (but not tanned, parchment-dressed or further preserved), without wool on and vegetable oils: palm oil and its fractions, other than crude, whether or not refined, but not chemically modified demonstrate deep industrial linkages and supply chain integration.

Supply Chain Integration: Specialized
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Trade Balance Effects

Somalia's trade deficit of $97.07 million impacts its overall economic position in this bilateral relationship.

Balance Impact: Import Dependency

Strategic Future Outlook

🚀Growth Opportunities

Emerging Sectors
Technology transfer and innovation cooperation in engines: parts for internal combustion piston engines (excluding spark-ignition) present expansion opportunities.
Market Diversification
Beyond current focus on vegetable oils: palm oil and its fractions, other than crude, whether or not refined, but not chemically modified, new product categories offer potential for trade expansion.

⚠️Risk Factors

Supply Chain Vulnerabilities
High trade imbalance may create supply chain risks
Market Competition
Global competition in skins: raw, of sheep or lambs, pickled (but not tanned, parchment-dressed or further preserved), without wool on 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 Somalia and Indonesia represents a total trade volume of $97.07 million in 2023. This partnership demonstrates an unfavorable trade balance for Somalia, with imports exceeding exportsby $97.07 million.

Export Strengths

Somalia's exports to Indonesia total $0.00, with competitive advantages in skins: raw, of sheep or lambs, pickled (but not tanned, parchment-dressed or further preserved), without wool on, representing $68,065 orInfinity% of bilateral exports.

Import Dependencies

Imports from Indonesia amount to $97.07 million, highlighting economic interdependence in vegetable oils: palm oil and its fractions, other than crude, whether or not refined, but not chemically modified, with Vegetable oils: palm oil and its fractions, other than crude, whether or not refined, but not chemically modified comprising33.8% of total imports.

The trade relationship reflects broader economic patterns and comparative advantages. The trade deficit indicates Somalia's strategic sourcing from Indonesia. 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