Syria-Spain Bilateral Trade Analysis 2023

Complete trade statistics: $80.12M total volume •Syria surplus: $9.77M

SyriaSpain

$44.95M

Exports (2023)

SpainSyria

$35.18M

Imports (2023)

Trade Balance

$9.77M

Surplus for Syria

Total Trade

$80.12M

Combined Volume

Trade Flow Visualization

Direct trade relationship between Syria and Spain. Green line shows exports from Syria, red line shows imports.

Detailed Product Trade Analysis

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

SyriaSpain Exports

$44.95M
2023 Total

Export Market Intelligence

Product Diversity:
Specialized Focus
Market Share:
67.0% top product
1Vegetable oils: olive oil and its fractions, virgin, whether or not refined, but not chemically modified
$30.10M
67.0% of exports
2Vegetables and mixed vegetables: n.e.c. in heading no. 0711, provisionally preserved but unsuitable in that state for immediate consumption
$7.93M
17.6% of exports
3Spices: cumin seeds, neither crushed nor ground
$1.55M
3.5% of exports
4Natural calcium phosphates, natural aluminium calcium phosphates and phosphatic chalk: ground
$1.33M
3.0% of exports
5Textile fabrics: impregnated, coated, covered or laminated with plastics, (excluding polyvinyl chloride, polyurethane and those of heading no. 5902)
$1.14M
2.5% of exports

🎯 Strategic Export Focus

Syria's export portfolio to Spain demonstrates strategic specialization, with vegetable oils: olive oil and its fractions, virgin, whether or not refined, but not chemically modified representing a key competitive advantage in this bilateral market.

SpainSyria Imports

$35.18M
2023 Total

Import Dependency Profile

Supply Diversity:
Concentrated
Critical Imports:
13.1% concentration
1Glass: glass frit and other glass, in the form of powder, granules or flakes
$4.61M
13.1% of imports
2Odoriferous substances and mixtures: used as raw materials in industries other than the food or drink industries
$3.24M
9.2% of imports
3Paper and paperboard: uncoated, weight more than 150g/m2 but less than 225 g/m2, in rolls or sheets, n.e.c. in heading no. 4805
$2.51M
7.1% of imports
4Sodium sulphates: disodium sulphate
$2.36M
6.7% of imports
5Propylene, other olefin polymers: polypropylene in primary forms
$1.90M
5.4% of imports

📦 Import Strategy Analysis

Syria's import pattern from Spain reveals strategic sourcingin glass: glass frit and other glass, in the form of powder, granules or flakes, highlighting complementary economic structures and potential supply chain optimization opportunities.

Competitive Trade Position Analysis

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Market Leadership

Syria demonstrates competitive strength in exportingvegetable oils: olive oil and its fractions, virgin, whether or not refined, but not chemically modified to Spain, leveraging comparative advantages.

Export Leader in 5+ Categories
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Trade Complementarity

The bilateral relationship showsstrongcomplementarity, with each country specializing in different sectors.

Highly Balanced
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Growth Potential

The $80.12M trade volume indicates substantial economic integration with room for expansion in emerging sectors.

Significant Partnership

Executive Summary: Syria-Spain Trade Relationship

Key Trade Highlights 2023

  • Total Trade Volume: $80.12 millionrepresenting a significant bilateral economic relationship
  • Trade Balance: Syria maintains a surplus of $9.77 million
  • Export Focus: Syria's primary exports include vegetable oils: olive oil and its fractions, virgin, whether or not refined, but not chemically modified, vegetables and mixed vegetables: n.e.c. in heading no. 0711, provisionally preserved but unsuitable in that state for immediate consumption, spices: cumin seeds, neither crushed nor ground
  • Import Dependencies: Key imports from Spain include glass: glass frit and other glass, in the form of powder, granules or flakes, odoriferous substances and mixtures: used as raw materials in industries other than the food or drink industries, paper and paperboard: uncoated, weight more than 150g/m2 but less than 225 g/m2, in rolls or sheets, n.e.c. in heading no. 4805

Strategic Trade Indicators

Trade IntensityHigh
Export DiversificationConcentrated
Trade Balance HealthBalanced

📈 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 $80.12M 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 Syria leveraging its comparative advantages in vegetable oils: olive oil and its fractions, virgin, whether or not refined, but not chemically modified.

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

Syria's specialization in vegetable oils: olive oil and its fractions, virgin, whether or not refined, but not chemically modifiedcomplements Spain's demand patterns, creating natural trade synergies.

2

Supply Chain Integration

Deep integration in global value chains has strengthened bilateral linkages, particularly in glass: glass frit and other glass, in the form of powder, granules or flakes.

3

Market Access & Trade Policy

Favorable trade agreements and market access conditions have facilitated the growth of this $80.12M bilateral relationship.

Trade Pattern Insights

Trade ComplementarityAsymmetric
Seasonal VariationsModerate
Product ConcentrationMedium
Market DependencyModerate
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Trade Relationship Outlook

The $80.12M 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 $80.12 million bilateral trade volume represents a important trade relationshipfor both economies.

Economic Significance: Moderate
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Industrial Integration

Trade flows in vegetable oils: olive oil and its fractions, virgin, whether or not refined, but not chemically modified and glass: glass frit and other glass, in the form of powder, granules or flakes demonstrate deep industrial linkages and supply chain integration.

Supply Chain Integration: Specialized
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Trade Balance Effects

Syria's trade surplus of $9.77 million strengthens its overall economic position in this bilateral relationship.

Balance Impact: Well Balanced

Strategic Future Outlook

🚀Growth Opportunities

Emerging Sectors
Technology transfer and innovation cooperation in vegetables and mixed vegetables: n.e.c. in heading no. 0711, provisionally preserved but unsuitable in that state for immediate consumption present expansion opportunities.
Market Diversification
Beyond current focus on glass: glass frit and other glass, in the form of powder, granules or flakes, new product categories offer potential for trade expansion.

⚠️Risk Factors

Supply Chain Vulnerabilities
Moderate concentration in key sectors requires monitoring
Market Competition
Global competition in vegetable oils: olive oil and its fractions, virgin, whether or not refined, but not chemically modified 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 Syria and Spain represents a total trade volume of $80.12 million in 2023. This partnership demonstrates a favorable trade balance for Syria, with exports exceeding importsby $9.77 million.

Export Strengths

Syria's exports to Spain total $44.95 million, with competitive advantages in vegetable oils: olive oil and its fractions, virgin, whether or not refined, but not chemically modified, representing $30.10M or67.0% of bilateral exports.

Import Dependencies

Imports from Spain amount to $35.18 million, highlighting economic interdependence in glass: glass frit and other glass, in the form of powder, granules or flakes, with Glass: glass frit and other glass, in the form of powder, granules or flakes comprising13.1% of total imports.

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