Sri Lanka-Israel Bilateral Trade Analysis 2023

Complete trade statistics: $159.26M total volume •Sri Lanka surplus: $159.26M

Sri LankaIsrael

$159.26M

Exports (2023)

IsraelSri Lanka

$0

Imports (2023)

Trade Balance

$159.26M

Surplus for Sri Lanka

Total Trade

$159.26M

Combined Volume

Trade Flow Visualization

Direct trade relationship between Sri Lanka and Israel. Green line shows exports from Sri Lanka, red line shows imports.

Detailed Product Trade Analysis

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

Sri LankaIsrael Exports

$159.26M
2023 Total

Export Market Intelligence

Product Diversity:
Specialized Focus
Market Share:
74.3% top product
1Diamonds: non-industrial, (other than unworked or simply sawn, cleaved or bruted), but not mounted or set
$118.38M
74.3% of exports
2Tea, black: (fermented) and partly fermented tea, in immediate packings of a content not exceeding 3kg
$7.48M
4.7% of exports
3Diamonds: non-industrial, unworked or simply sawn, cleaved or bruted, but not mounted or set
$6.04M
3.8% of exports
4Fish: fresh or chilled, yellowfin tunas (Thunnus albacares), excluding fillets, fish meat of 0304, and edible fish offal of subheadings 0302.91 to 0302.99
$4.58M
2.9% of exports
5T-shirts, singlets and other vests: of cotton, knitted or crocheted
$1.77M
1.1% of exports

🎯 Strategic Export Focus

Sri Lanka's export portfolio to Israel demonstrates strategic specialization, with diamonds: non-industrial, (other than unworked or simply sawn, cleaved or bruted), but not mounted or set representing a key competitive advantage in this bilateral market.

IsraelSri Lanka Imports

$0
2023 Total

Import Dependency Profile

Supply Diversity:
Concentrated
Critical Imports:
Infinity% concentration
1Diamonds: non-industrial, (other than unworked or simply sawn, cleaved or bruted), but not mounted or set
$75.66M
Infinity% of imports
2Diamonds: non-industrial, unworked or simply sawn, cleaved or bruted, but not mounted or set
$7.50M
Infinity% of imports
3Yarn, synthetic: filament, monofilament (less than 67 decitex), textured, of nylon or other polyamides, measuring per single yarn not more than 50 decitex, not for retail sale, not sewing thread
$6.41M
Infinity% of imports
4Aircraft and spacecraft: parts of aeroplanes or helicopters n.e.c. in heading no. 8803
$1.02M
Infinity% of imports
5Insulated electric conductors: ignition wiring sets and other wiring sets of a kind used in vehicles, aircraft or ships
$598,000
Infinity% of imports

📦 Import Strategy Analysis

Sri Lanka's import pattern from Israel reveals significant dependencyin diamonds: non-industrial, (other than unworked or simply sawn, cleaved or bruted), but not mounted or set, highlighting complementary economic structures and potential supply chain optimization opportunities.

Competitive Trade Position Analysis

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Market Leadership

Sri Lanka demonstrates competitive strength in exportingdiamonds: non-industrial, (other than unworked or simply sawn, cleaved or bruted), but not mounted or set to Israel, 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 $159.26M trade volume indicates substantial economic integration with room for expansion in emerging sectors.

Significant Partnership

Executive Summary: Sri Lanka-Israel Trade Relationship

Key Trade Highlights 2023

  • Total Trade Volume: $159.26 millionrepresenting a significant bilateral economic relationship
  • Trade Balance: Sri Lanka maintains a surplus of $159.26 million
  • Export Focus: Sri Lanka's primary exports include diamonds: non-industrial, (other than unworked or simply sawn, cleaved or bruted), but not mounted or set, tea, black: (fermented) and partly fermented tea, in immediate packings of a content not exceeding 3kg, diamonds: non-industrial, unworked or simply sawn, cleaved or bruted, but not mounted or set
  • Import Dependencies: Key imports from Israel include diamonds: non-industrial, (other than unworked or simply sawn, cleaved or bruted), but not mounted or set, diamonds: non-industrial, unworked or simply sawn, cleaved or bruted, but not mounted or set, yarn, synthetic: filament, monofilament (less than 67 decitex), textured, of nylon or other polyamides, measuring per single yarn not more than 50 decitex, not for retail sale, not sewing thread

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 $159.26M 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 Sri Lanka leveraging its comparative advantages in diamonds: non-industrial, (other than unworked or simply sawn, cleaved or bruted), but not mounted or set.

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

Sri Lanka's specialization in diamonds: non-industrial, (other than unworked or simply sawn, cleaved or bruted), but not mounted or setcomplements Israel's demand patterns, creating natural trade synergies.

2

Supply Chain Integration

Deep integration in global value chains has strengthened bilateral linkages, particularly in diamonds: non-industrial, (other than unworked or simply sawn, cleaved or bruted), but not mounted or set.

3

Market Access & Trade Policy

Favorable trade agreements and market access conditions have facilitated the growth of this $159.26M bilateral relationship.

Trade Pattern Insights

Trade ComplementarityAsymmetric
Seasonal VariationsModerate
Product ConcentrationMedium
Market DependencyHigh
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Trade Relationship Outlook

The $159.26M 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 $159.26 million bilateral trade volume represents a important trade relationshipfor both economies.

Economic Significance: Moderate
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Industrial Integration

Trade flows in diamonds: non-industrial, (other than unworked or simply sawn, cleaved or bruted), but not mounted or set and diamonds: non-industrial, (other than unworked or simply sawn, cleaved or bruted), but not mounted or set demonstrate deep industrial linkages and supply chain integration.

Supply Chain Integration: Specialized
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Trade Balance Effects

Sri Lanka's trade surplus of $159.26 million 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 tea, black: (fermented) and partly fermented tea, in immediate packings of a content not exceeding 3kg present expansion opportunities.
Market Diversification
Beyond current focus on diamonds: non-industrial, (other than unworked or simply sawn, cleaved or bruted), but not mounted or set, 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 diamonds: non-industrial, (other than unworked or simply sawn, cleaved or bruted), but not mounted or set 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 Sri Lanka and Israel represents a total trade volume of $159.26 million in 2023. This partnership demonstrates a favorable trade balance for Sri Lanka, with exports exceeding importsby $159.26 million.

Export Strengths

Sri Lanka's exports to Israel total $159.26 million, with competitive advantages in diamonds: non-industrial, (other than unworked or simply sawn, cleaved or bruted), but not mounted or set, representing $118.38M or74.3% of bilateral exports.

Import Dependencies

Imports from Israel amount to $0.00, highlighting economic interdependence in diamonds: non-industrial, (other than unworked or simply sawn, cleaved or bruted), but not mounted or set, with Diamonds: non-industrial, (other than unworked or simply sawn, cleaved or bruted), but not mounted or set comprisingInfinity% of total imports.

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