Sudan-Lebanon Bilateral Trade Analysis 2023

Complete trade statistics: $37.26M total volume •Sudan surplus: $37.26M

SudanLebanon

$37.26M

Exports (2023)

LebanonSudan

$0

Imports (2023)

Trade Balance

$37.26M

Surplus for Sudan

Total Trade

$37.26M

Combined Volume

Trade Flow Visualization

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

Detailed Product Trade Analysis

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

SudanLebanon Exports

$37.26M
2023 Total

Export Market Intelligence

Product Diversity:
Specialized Focus
Market Share:
98.7% top product
1Oil seeds: sesamum seeds, whether or not broken
$36.77M
98.7% of exports
2Seeds: n.e.c. in heading 1209, of a kind used for sowing
$293,208
0.8% of exports
3Lead: unwrought, unrefined, containing by weight antimony as the principal other element
$77,071
0.2% of exports
4Ground-nuts: other than seed, not roasted or otherwise cooked, shelled, whether or not broken,
$45,037
0.1% of exports
5Animal products: guts, bladders and stomachs of animals (other than fish), whole and pieces thereof, fresh, chilled, frozen, salted, in brine, dried or smoked
$22,578
0.1% of exports

🎯 Strategic Export Focus

Sudan's export portfolio to Lebanon demonstrates strategic specialization, with oil seeds: sesamum seeds, whether or not broken representing a key competitive advantage in this bilateral market.

LebanonSudan Imports

$0
2023 Total

Import Dependency Profile

Supply Diversity:
Concentrated
Critical Imports:
Infinity% concentration
1Electric generating sets: with compression-ignition internal combustion piston engines (diesel or semi-diesel engines), of an output not exceeding 75kVA
$3.31M
Infinity% of imports
2Vegetable oils: olive oil and its fractions, other than virgin, whether or not refined, but not chemically modified
$850,645
Infinity% of imports
3Machinery: used in the industrial preparation or manufacture of food or drink, n.e.c. in heading no. 8438
$577,638
Infinity% of imports
4Electric generating sets: with compression-ignition internal combustion piston engines (diesel or semi-diesel engines), of an output exceeding 75kVA but not exceeding 375kVA
$460,284
Infinity% of imports
5Electric generating sets: with compression-ignition internal combustion piston engines (diesel or semi-diesel engines), of an output exceeding 375kVA
$355,743
Infinity% of imports

📦 Import Strategy Analysis

Sudan's import pattern from Lebanon reveals significant dependencyin electric generating sets: with compression-ignition internal combustion piston engines (diesel or semi-diesel engines), of an output not exceeding 75kva, highlighting complementary economic structures and potential supply chain optimization opportunities.

Competitive Trade Position Analysis

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Market Leadership

Sudan demonstrates competitive strength in exportingoil seeds: sesamum seeds, whether or not broken to Lebanon, 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 $37.26M trade volume indicates substantial economic integration with room for expansion in emerging sectors.

Significant Partnership

Executive Summary: Sudan-Lebanon Trade Relationship

Key Trade Highlights 2023

  • Total Trade Volume: $37.26 millionrepresenting a significant bilateral economic relationship
  • Trade Balance: Sudan maintains a surplus of $37.26 million
  • Export Focus: Sudan's primary exports include oil seeds: sesamum seeds, whether or not broken, seeds: n.e.c. in heading 1209, of a kind used for sowing, lead: unwrought, unrefined, containing by weight antimony as the principal other element
  • Import Dependencies: Key imports from Lebanon include electric generating sets: with compression-ignition internal combustion piston engines (diesel or semi-diesel engines), of an output not exceeding 75kva, vegetable oils: olive oil and its fractions, other than virgin, whether or not refined, but not chemically modified, machinery: used in the industrial preparation or manufacture of food or drink, n.e.c. in heading no. 8438

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 $37.26M 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 Sudan leveraging its comparative advantages in oil seeds: sesamum seeds, whether or not broken.

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

Sudan's specialization in oil seeds: sesamum seeds, whether or not brokencomplements Lebanon's demand patterns, creating natural trade synergies.

2

Supply Chain Integration

Deep integration in global value chains has strengthened bilateral linkages, particularly in electric generating sets: with compression-ignition internal combustion piston engines (diesel or semi-diesel engines), of an output not exceeding 75kva.

3

Market Access & Trade Policy

Favorable trade agreements and market access conditions have facilitated the growth of this $37.26M bilateral relationship.

Trade Pattern Insights

Trade ComplementarityAsymmetric
Seasonal VariationsModerate
Product ConcentrationMedium
Market DependencyHigh
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Trade Relationship Outlook

The $37.26M 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 $37.26 million bilateral trade volume represents a important trade relationshipfor both economies.

Economic Significance: Moderate
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Industrial Integration

Trade flows in oil seeds: sesamum seeds, whether or not broken and electric generating sets: with compression-ignition internal combustion piston engines (diesel or semi-diesel engines), of an output not exceeding 75kva demonstrate deep industrial linkages and supply chain integration.

Supply Chain Integration: Specialized
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Trade Balance Effects

Sudan's trade surplus of $37.26 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 seeds: n.e.c. in heading 1209, of a kind used for sowing present expansion opportunities.
Market Diversification
Beyond current focus on electric generating sets: with compression-ignition internal combustion piston engines (diesel or semi-diesel engines), of an output not exceeding 75kva, 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 oil seeds: sesamum seeds, whether or not broken 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 Sudan and Lebanon represents a total trade volume of $37.26 million in 2023. This partnership demonstrates a favorable trade balance for Sudan, with exports exceeding importsby $37.26 million.

Export Strengths

Sudan's exports to Lebanon total $37.26 million, with competitive advantages in oil seeds: sesamum seeds, whether or not broken, representing $36.77M or98.7% of bilateral exports.

Import Dependencies

Imports from Lebanon amount to $0.00, highlighting economic interdependence in electric generating sets: with compression-ignition internal combustion piston engines (diesel or semi-diesel engines), of an output not exceeding 75kva, with Electric generating sets: with compression-ignition internal combustion piston engines (diesel or semi-diesel engines), of an output not exceeding 75kVA comprisingInfinity% of total imports.

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