Somalia-Spain Bilateral Trade Analysis 2023

Complete trade statistics: $16.73M total volume •Somalia deficit: $16.73M

SomaliaSpain

$0

Exports (2023)

SpainSomalia

$16.73M

Imports (2023)

Trade Balance

$16.73M

Deficit for Somalia

Total Trade

$16.73M

Combined Volume

Trade Flow Visualization

Direct trade relationship between Somalia and Spain. 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-Spain commercial relationship and competitive positioning in global markets.

SomaliaSpain Exports

$0
2023 Total

Export Market Intelligence

Product Diversity:
Specialized Focus
Market Share:
Infinity% top product
1Natural gums, resins, gum-resins and oleoresins, n.e.c. in heading no. 1301
$128,660
Infinity% of exports
2Oils, essential: n.e.c. in heading no. 3301 (terpeneless or not), including concretes and absolutes
$10,208
Infinity% of exports
3Perfumes and deodorizers: perfuming or deodorizing preparations for rooms, agarbatti and other odoriferous preparations which operate by burning (including those used during religious rites)
$313
Infinity% of exports
4Ceramic tableware, kitchenware, other household articles and toilet articles: other than of porcelain or china
$281
Infinity% of exports
5Fruit, edible: lemons (Citrus limon, Citrus limonum), limes (Citrus aurantifolia , Citrus latifolia), fresh or dried
$250
Infinity% of exports

🎯 Strategic Export Focus

Somalia's export portfolio to Spain demonstrates strategic specialization, with natural gums, resins, gum-resins and oleoresins, n.e.c. in heading no. 1301 representing a key competitive advantage in this bilateral market.

SpainSomalia Imports

$16.73M
2023 Total

Import Dependency Profile

Supply Diversity:
Concentrated
Critical Imports:
52.6% concentration
1Soups and broths and preparations therefor
$8.81M
52.6% of imports
2Food preparations: n.e.c. in item no. 2106.10
$1.66M
9.9% of imports
3Clothing: worn, and other worn articles
$1.25M
7.5% of imports
4Vegetable oils: soya-bean oil and its fractions, other than crude, whether or not refined, but not chemically modified
$837,359
5.0% of imports
5Dairy produce: buttermilk, curdled milk or cream, kephir, fermented or acidified milk or cream, whether or not concentrated or containing added sweetening, flavouring, fruit or cocoa (excluding yoghurt)
$589,904
3.5% of imports

📦 Import Strategy Analysis

Somalia's import pattern from Spain reveals significant dependencyin soups and broths and preparations therefor, 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 exportingnatural gums, resins, gum-resins and oleoresins, n.e.c. in heading no. 1301 to Spain, 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 $16.73M trade volume indicates substantial economic integration with room for expansion in emerging sectors.

Significant Partnership

Executive Summary: Somalia-Spain Trade Relationship

Key Trade Highlights 2023

  • Total Trade Volume: $16.73 millionrepresenting a significant bilateral economic relationship
  • Trade Balance: Somalia maintains a deficit of $16.73 million
  • Export Focus: Somalia's primary exports include natural gums, resins, gum-resins and oleoresins, n.e.c. in heading no. 1301, oils, essential: n.e.c. in heading no. 3301 (terpeneless or not), including concretes and absolutes, perfumes and deodorizers: perfuming or deodorizing preparations for rooms, agarbatti and other odoriferous preparations which operate by burning (including those used during religious rites)
  • Import Dependencies: Key imports from Spain include soups and broths and preparations therefor, food preparations: n.e.c. in item no. 2106.10, clothing: worn, and other worn articles

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 $16.73M 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 natural gums, resins, gum-resins and oleoresins, n.e.c. in heading no. 1301.

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 natural gums, resins, gum-resins and oleoresins, n.e.c. in heading no. 1301complements Spain's demand patterns, creating natural trade synergies.

2

Supply Chain Integration

Deep integration in global value chains has strengthened bilateral linkages, particularly in soups and broths and preparations therefor.

3

Market Access & Trade Policy

Favorable trade agreements and market access conditions have facilitated the growth of this $16.73M bilateral relationship.

Trade Pattern Insights

Trade ComplementarityAsymmetric
Seasonal VariationsModerate
Product ConcentrationMedium
Market DependencyHigh
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Trade Relationship Outlook

The $16.73M 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 $16.73 million bilateral trade volume represents a important trade relationshipfor both economies.

Economic Significance: Moderate
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Industrial Integration

Trade flows in natural gums, resins, gum-resins and oleoresins, n.e.c. in heading no. 1301 and soups and broths and preparations therefor demonstrate deep industrial linkages and supply chain integration.

Supply Chain Integration: Specialized
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Trade Balance Effects

Somalia's trade deficit of $16.73 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 oils, essential: n.e.c. in heading no. 3301 (terpeneless or not), including concretes and absolutes present expansion opportunities.
Market Diversification
Beyond current focus on soups and broths and preparations therefor, 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 natural gums, resins, gum-resins and oleoresins, n.e.c. in heading no. 1301 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 Spain represents a total trade volume of $16.73 million in 2023. This partnership demonstrates an unfavorable trade balance for Somalia, with imports exceeding exportsby $16.73 million.

Export Strengths

Somalia's exports to Spain total $0.00, with competitive advantages in natural gums, resins, gum-resins and oleoresins, n.e.c. in heading no. 1301, representing $128,660 orInfinity% of bilateral exports.

Import Dependencies

Imports from Spain amount to $16.73 million, highlighting economic interdependence in soups and broths and preparations therefor, with Soups and broths and preparations therefor comprising52.6% of total imports.

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