Thailand-Syria Bilateral Trade Analysis 2023

Complete trade statistics: $26.43M total volume •Thailand surplus: $26.43M

ThailandSyria

$26.43M

Exports (2023)

SyriaThailand

$0

Imports (2023)

Trade Balance

$26.43M

Surplus for Thailand

Total Trade

$26.43M

Combined Volume

Trade Flow Visualization

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

Detailed Product Trade Analysis

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

ThailandSyria Exports

$26.43M
2023 Total

Export Market Intelligence

Product Diversity:
Specialized Focus
Market Share:
52.1% top product
1Cereals: rice, semi-milled or wholly milled, whether or not polished or glazed
$13.76M
52.1% of exports
2Fish preparations: tunas, skipjack and Atlantic bonito (sarda spp.), prepared or preserved, whole or in pieces (but not minced)
$5.82M
22.0% of exports
3Medium density fibreboard (MDF), of a thickness exceeding 9 mm
$716,465
2.7% of exports
4Rubber: natural rubber latex, whether or not pre-vulcanised, in primary forms or in plates, sheets or strip
$621,883
2.4% of exports
5Rubber: vulcanised (other than hard rubber), articles n.e.c. in heading no. 4016, of non-cellular rubber
$566,335
2.1% of exports

🎯 Strategic Export Focus

Thailand's export portfolio to Syria demonstrates strategic specialization, with cereals: rice, semi-milled or wholly milled, whether or not polished or glazed representing a key competitive advantage in this bilateral market.

SyriaThailand Imports

$0
2023 Total

Import Dependency Profile

Supply Diversity:
Concentrated
Critical Imports:
Infinity% concentration
1Birds: live, other than birds of prey, Psittaciformes, ostriches and emus (Dromaius novaehollandiae)
$16,291
Infinity% of imports
2Furnishing articles: of cotton, not knitted or crocheted (excluding bedspreads and articles of heading no. 9404)
$4,705
Infinity% of imports
3Jackets and blazers: men's or boys', of textile materials n.e.c. in item no. 6203.3 (not knitted or crocheted)
$4,087
Infinity% of imports
4Hats and other headgear: knitted or crocheted, or made up from lace, felt or other textile fabric, in the piece (but not in strips), whether or not lined or trimmed: hair-nets of any material, whether or not lined or trimmed
$2,514
Infinity% of imports
5Printing machinery: parts and accessories, n.e.c. in item no. 8443.91
$1,437
Infinity% of imports

📦 Import Strategy Analysis

Thailand's import pattern from Syria reveals significant dependencyin birds: live, other than birds of prey, psittaciformes, ostriches and emus (dromaius novaehollandiae), highlighting complementary economic structures and potential supply chain optimization opportunities.

Competitive Trade Position Analysis

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Market Leadership

Thailand demonstrates competitive strength in exportingcereals: rice, semi-milled or wholly milled, whether or not polished or glazed to Syria, 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 $26.43M trade volume indicates substantial economic integration with room for expansion in emerging sectors.

Significant Partnership

Executive Summary: Thailand-Syria Trade Relationship

Key Trade Highlights 2023

  • Total Trade Volume: $26.43 millionrepresenting a significant bilateral economic relationship
  • Trade Balance: Thailand maintains a surplus of $26.43 million
  • Export Focus: Thailand's primary exports include cereals: rice, semi-milled or wholly milled, whether or not polished or glazed, fish preparations: tunas, skipjack and atlantic bonito (sarda spp.), prepared or preserved, whole or in pieces (but not minced), medium density fibreboard (mdf), of a thickness exceeding 9 mm
  • Import Dependencies: Key imports from Syria include birds: live, other than birds of prey, psittaciformes, ostriches and emus (dromaius novaehollandiae), furnishing articles: of cotton, not knitted or crocheted (excluding bedspreads and articles of heading no. 9404), jackets and blazers: men's or boys', of textile materials n.e.c. in item no. 6203.3 (not knitted or crocheted)

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 $26.43M 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 Thailand leveraging its comparative advantages in cereals: rice, semi-milled or wholly milled, whether or not polished or glazed.

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

Thailand's specialization in cereals: rice, semi-milled or wholly milled, whether or not polished or glazedcomplements Syria's demand patterns, creating natural trade synergies.

2

Supply Chain Integration

Deep integration in global value chains has strengthened bilateral linkages, particularly in birds: live, other than birds of prey, psittaciformes, ostriches and emus (dromaius novaehollandiae).

3

Market Access & Trade Policy

Favorable trade agreements and market access conditions have facilitated the growth of this $26.43M bilateral relationship.

Trade Pattern Insights

Trade ComplementarityAsymmetric
Seasonal VariationsModerate
Product ConcentrationMedium
Market DependencyHigh
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Trade Relationship Outlook

The $26.43M 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 $26.43 million bilateral trade volume represents a important trade relationshipfor both economies.

Economic Significance: Moderate
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Industrial Integration

Trade flows in cereals: rice, semi-milled or wholly milled, whether or not polished or glazed and birds: live, other than birds of prey, psittaciformes, ostriches and emus (dromaius novaehollandiae) demonstrate deep industrial linkages and supply chain integration.

Supply Chain Integration: Specialized
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Trade Balance Effects

Thailand's trade surplus of $26.43 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 fish preparations: tunas, skipjack and atlantic bonito (sarda spp.), prepared or preserved, whole or in pieces (but not minced) present expansion opportunities.
Market Diversification
Beyond current focus on birds: live, other than birds of prey, psittaciformes, ostriches and emus (dromaius novaehollandiae), 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 cereals: rice, semi-milled or wholly milled, whether or not polished or glazed 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 Thailand and Syria represents a total trade volume of $26.43 million in 2023. This partnership demonstrates a favorable trade balance for Thailand, with exports exceeding importsby $26.43 million.

Export Strengths

Thailand's exports to Syria total $26.43 million, with competitive advantages in cereals: rice, semi-milled or wholly milled, whether or not polished or glazed, representing $13.76M or52.1% of bilateral exports.

Import Dependencies

Imports from Syria amount to $0.00, highlighting economic interdependence in birds: live, other than birds of prey, psittaciformes, ostriches and emus (dromaius novaehollandiae), with Birds: live, other than birds of prey, Psittaciformes, ostriches and emus (Dromaius novaehollandiae) comprisingInfinity% of total imports.

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