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South Sudan-Pakistan Bilateral Trade Analysis 2023

Complete trade statistics: $669,274 total volume •South Sudan surplus: $669,274

South SudanPakistan

$669,274

Exports (2023)

PakistanSouth Sudan

$0

Imports (2023)

Trade Balance

$669,274

Surplus for South Sudan

Total Trade

$669,274

Combined Volume

Trade Flow Visualization

Direct trade relationship between South Sudan and Pakistan. Green line shows exports from South Sudan, red line shows imports.

Detailed Product Trade Analysis

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

South SudanPakistan Exports

$669,274
2023 Total

Export Market Intelligence

Product Diversity:
Specialized Focus
Market Share:
97.4% top product
1Coal: bituminous, whether or not pulverised, but not agglomerated
$651,890
97.4% of exports
2Ground-nuts: other than seed, not roasted or otherwise cooked, shelled, whether or not broken,
$17,384
2.6% of exports

🎯 Strategic Export Focus

South Sudan's export portfolio to Pakistan demonstrates strategic specialization, with coal: bituminous, whether or not pulverised, but not agglomerated representing a key competitive advantage in this bilateral market.

PakistanSouth Sudan Imports

$0
2023 Total

Import Dependency Profile

Supply Diversity:
Concentrated
Critical Imports:
Infinity% concentration
1Amino-alcohol-phenols, amino-acid-phenols and other amino-compounds with oxygen function
$8,140
Infinity% of imports
2Tents: of textile materials other than synthetic fibres
$1,766
Infinity% of imports

📦 Import Strategy Analysis

South Sudan's import pattern from Pakistan reveals significant dependencyin amino-alcohol-phenols, amino-acid-phenols and other amino-compounds with oxygen function, highlighting complementary economic structures and potential supply chain optimization opportunities.

Competitive Trade Position Analysis

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Market Leadership

South Sudan demonstrates competitive strength in exportingcoal: bituminous, whether or not pulverised, but not agglomerated to Pakistan, leveraging comparative advantages.

Export Leader in 2+ 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 $669,274 trade volume indicates substantial economic integration with room for expansion in emerging sectors.

Significant Partnership

Executive Summary: South Sudan-Pakistan Trade Relationship

Key Trade Highlights 2023

  • Total Trade Volume: $669.27 thousandrepresenting a significant bilateral economic relationship
  • Trade Balance: South Sudan maintains a surplus of $669.27 thousand
  • Export Focus: South Sudan's primary exports include coal: bituminous, whether or not pulverised, but not agglomerated, ground-nuts: other than seed, not roasted or otherwise cooked, shelled, whether or not broken,
  • Import Dependencies: Key imports from Pakistan include amino-alcohol-phenols, amino-acid-phenols and other amino-compounds with oxygen function, tents: of textile materials other than synthetic fibres

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 $669,274 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 South Sudan leveraging its comparative advantages in coal: bituminous, whether or not pulverised, but not agglomerated.

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

South Sudan's specialization in coal: bituminous, whether or not pulverised, but not agglomeratedcomplements Pakistan's demand patterns, creating natural trade synergies.

2

Supply Chain Integration

Deep integration in global value chains has strengthened bilateral linkages, particularly in amino-alcohol-phenols, amino-acid-phenols and other amino-compounds with oxygen function.

3

Market Access & Trade Policy

Favorable trade agreements and market access conditions have facilitated the growth of this $669,274 bilateral relationship.

Trade Pattern Insights

Trade ComplementarityAsymmetric
Seasonal VariationsModerate
Product ConcentrationMedium
Market DependencyHigh
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Trade Relationship Outlook

The $669,274 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 $669.27 thousand bilateral trade volume represents a important trade relationshipfor both economies.

Economic Significance: Moderate
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Industrial Integration

Trade flows in coal: bituminous, whether or not pulverised, but not agglomerated and amino-alcohol-phenols, amino-acid-phenols and other amino-compounds with oxygen function demonstrate deep industrial linkages and supply chain integration.

Supply Chain Integration: Specialized
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Trade Balance Effects

South Sudan's trade surplus of $669.27 thousand 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 ground-nuts: other than seed, not roasted or otherwise cooked, shelled, whether or not broken, present expansion opportunities.
Market Diversification
Beyond current focus on amino-alcohol-phenols, amino-acid-phenols and other amino-compounds with oxygen function, 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 coal: bituminous, whether or not pulverised, but not agglomerated 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 South Sudan and Pakistan represents a total trade volume of $669.27 thousand in 2023. This partnership demonstrates a favorable trade balance for South Sudan, with exports exceeding importsby $669.27 thousand.

Export Strengths

South Sudan's exports to Pakistan total $669.27 thousand, with competitive advantages in coal: bituminous, whether or not pulverised, but not agglomerated, representing $651,890 or97.4% of bilateral exports.

Import Dependencies

Imports from Pakistan amount to $0.00, highlighting economic interdependence in amino-alcohol-phenols, amino-acid-phenols and other amino-compounds with oxygen function, with Amino-alcohol-phenols, amino-acid-phenols and other amino-compounds with oxygen function comprisingInfinity% of total imports.

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