Sudan-Singapore Bilateral Trade Analysis 2023

Complete trade statistics: $184.99M total volume •Sudan surplus: $184.99M

SudanSingapore

$184.99M

Exports (2023)

SingaporeSudan

$0

Imports (2023)

Trade Balance

$184.99M

Surplus for Sudan

Total Trade

$184.99M

Combined Volume

Trade Flow Visualization

Direct trade relationship between Sudan and Singapore. 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-Singapore commercial relationship and competitive positioning in global markets.

SudanSingapore Exports

$184.99M
2023 Total

Export Market Intelligence

Product Diversity:
Specialized Focus
Market Share:
56.5% top product
1Petroleum oils and oils from bituminous minerals, not crude: preparations n.e.c. containing by weight 70% or more of petroleum oils or oils from bituminous minerals: these being the basic constituents of the preparations: waste oils
$104.43M
56.5% of exports
2Oils: petroleum oils and oils obtained from bituminous minerals, crude
$80.31M
43.4% of exports
3Aquatic invertebrates: sea cucumbers (Stichopus japonicus, Holothuroidea), dried, salted or in brine, smoked, whether or not cooked before or during the smoking process
$132,686
0.1% of exports
4Communication apparatus (excluding telephone sets or base stations): machines for the reception, conversion and transmission or regeneration of voice, images or other data, including switching and routing apparatus
$106,028
0.1% of exports
5Navigational instruments and appliances: for aeronautical or space navigation (excluding compasses)
$5,179
0.0% of exports

🎯 Strategic Export Focus

Sudan's export portfolio to Singapore demonstrates strategic specialization, with petroleum oils and oils from bituminous minerals, not crude: preparations n.e.c. containing by weight 70% or more of petroleum oils or oils from bituminous minerals: these being the basic constituents of the preparations: waste oils representing a key competitive advantage in this bilateral market.

SingaporeSudan Imports

$0
2023 Total

Import Dependency Profile

Supply Diversity:
Concentrated
Critical Imports:
Infinity% concentration
1Rubber: vulcanised (other than hard rubber), surgical gloves
$1.81M
Infinity% of imports
2Herbicides, anti-sprouting products and plant-growth regulators: other than containing goods of Subheading Note 1 to this Chapter: put up in forms or packings for retail sale or as preparations or articles
$1.08M
Infinity% of imports
3Plastics: other articles n.e.c. in chapter 39
$775,103
Infinity% of imports
4Vegetable oils: palm oil and its fractions, other than crude, whether or not refined, but not chemically modified
$330,608
Infinity% of imports
5Rubber: vulcanised (other than hard rubber), gloves, mittens and mitts other than surgical gloves
$299,906
Infinity% of imports

📦 Import Strategy Analysis

Sudan's import pattern from Singapore reveals significant dependencyin rubber: vulcanised (other than hard rubber), surgical gloves, 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 exportingpetroleum oils and oils from bituminous minerals, not crude: preparations n.e.c. containing by weight 70% or more of petroleum oils or oils from bituminous minerals: these being the basic constituents of the preparations: waste oils to Singapore, 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 $184.99M trade volume indicates substantial economic integration with room for expansion in emerging sectors.

Significant Partnership

Executive Summary: Sudan-Singapore Trade Relationship

Key Trade Highlights 2023

  • Total Trade Volume: $184.99 millionrepresenting a significant bilateral economic relationship
  • Trade Balance: Sudan maintains a surplus of $184.99 million
  • Export Focus: Sudan's primary exports include petroleum oils and oils from bituminous minerals, not crude: preparations n.e.c. containing by weight 70% or more of petroleum oils or oils from bituminous minerals: these being the basic constituents of the preparations: waste oils, oils: petroleum oils and oils obtained from bituminous minerals, crude, aquatic invertebrates: sea cucumbers (stichopus japonicus, holothuroidea), dried, salted or in brine, smoked, whether or not cooked before or during the smoking process
  • Import Dependencies: Key imports from Singapore include rubber: vulcanised (other than hard rubber), surgical gloves, herbicides, anti-sprouting products and plant-growth regulators: other than containing goods of subheading note 1 to this chapter: put up in forms or packings for retail sale or as preparations or articles, plastics: other articles n.e.c. in chapter 39

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 $184.99M 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 petroleum oils and oils from bituminous minerals, not crude: preparations n.e.c. containing by weight 70% or more of petroleum oils or oils from bituminous minerals: these being the basic constituents of the preparations: waste oils.

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 petroleum oils and oils from bituminous minerals, not crude: preparations n.e.c. containing by weight 70% or more of petroleum oils or oils from bituminous minerals: these being the basic constituents of the preparations: waste oilscomplements Singapore's demand patterns, creating natural trade synergies.

2

Supply Chain Integration

Deep integration in global value chains has strengthened bilateral linkages, particularly in rubber: vulcanised (other than hard rubber), surgical gloves.

3

Market Access & Trade Policy

Favorable trade agreements and market access conditions have facilitated the growth of this $184.99M bilateral relationship.

Trade Pattern Insights

Trade ComplementarityAsymmetric
Seasonal VariationsModerate
Product ConcentrationMedium
Market DependencyHigh
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Trade Relationship Outlook

The $184.99M 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 $184.99 million bilateral trade volume represents a important trade relationshipfor both economies.

Economic Significance: Moderate
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Industrial Integration

Trade flows in petroleum oils and oils from bituminous minerals, not crude: preparations n.e.c. containing by weight 70% or more of petroleum oils or oils from bituminous minerals: these being the basic constituents of the preparations: waste oils and rubber: vulcanised (other than hard rubber), surgical gloves demonstrate deep industrial linkages and supply chain integration.

Supply Chain Integration: Specialized
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Trade Balance Effects

Sudan's trade surplus of $184.99 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 oils: petroleum oils and oils obtained from bituminous minerals, crude present expansion opportunities.
Market Diversification
Beyond current focus on rubber: vulcanised (other than hard rubber), surgical gloves, 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 petroleum oils and oils from bituminous minerals, not crude: preparations n.e.c. containing by weight 70% or more of petroleum oils or oils from bituminous minerals: these being the basic constituents of the preparations: waste oils 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 Singapore represents a total trade volume of $184.99 million in 2023. This partnership demonstrates a favorable trade balance for Sudan, with exports exceeding importsby $184.99 million.

Export Strengths

Sudan's exports to Singapore total $184.99 million, with competitive advantages in petroleum oils and oils from bituminous minerals, not crude: preparations n.e.c. containing by weight 70% or more of petroleum oils or oils from bituminous minerals: these being the basic constituents of the preparations: waste oils, representing $104.43M or56.5% of bilateral exports.

Import Dependencies

Imports from Singapore amount to $0.00, highlighting economic interdependence in rubber: vulcanised (other than hard rubber), surgical gloves, with Rubber: vulcanised (other than hard rubber), surgical gloves 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