Uganda-Sudan Bilateral Trade Analysis 2023

Complete trade statistics: $116.22M total volume •Uganda surplus: $116.22M

UgandaSudan

$116.22M

Exports (2023)

SudanUganda

$0

Imports (2023)

Trade Balance

$116.22M

Surplus for Uganda

Total Trade

$116.22M

Combined Volume

Trade Flow Visualization

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

Detailed Product Trade Analysis

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

UgandaSudan Exports

$116.22M
2023 Total

Export Market Intelligence

Product Diversity:
Specialized Focus
Market Share:
94.4% top product
1Coffee: not roasted or decaffeinated
$109.68M
94.4% of exports
2Spirits, liqueurs and other spirituous beverages: n.e.c. in heading no. 2208
$3.07M
2.6% of exports
3Motorcycles (including mopeds) and cycles: fitted with an auxiliary motor, reciprocating internal combustion piston engine, of cylinder capacity exceeding 50cc but not exceeding 250cc, with or without side-cars: side-cars
$1.33M
1.1% of exports
4Coffee: husks and skins, coffee substitutes containing coffee in any proportion
$708,271
0.6% of exports
5Tea, black: (fermented) and partly fermented tea, in immediate packings of a content exceeding 3kg
$312,024
0.3% of exports

🎯 Strategic Export Focus

Uganda's export portfolio to Sudan demonstrates strategic specialization, with coffee: not roasted or decaffeinated representing a key competitive advantage in this bilateral market.

SudanUganda Imports

$0
2023 Total

Import Dependency Profile

Supply Diversity:
Concentrated
Critical Imports:
Infinity% concentration
1Engines: for aircraft, spark-ignition reciprocating or rotary internal combustion piston engines
$25,413
Infinity% of imports
2Ferrous waste and scrap: of tinned iron or steel
$5,850
Infinity% of imports
3Vegetable oils: palm oil and its fractions, other than crude, whether or not refined, but not chemically modified
$940
Infinity% of imports
4Nuts and other seeds: whether or not containing added sugar, other sweetening matter or spirit (excluding ground-nuts except in mixtures)
$787
Infinity% of imports
5Fruit, edible: dates, fresh or dried
$650
Infinity% of imports

📦 Import Strategy Analysis

Uganda's import pattern from Sudan reveals significant dependencyin engines: for aircraft, spark-ignition reciprocating or rotary internal combustion piston engines, highlighting complementary economic structures and potential supply chain optimization opportunities.

Competitive Trade Position Analysis

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Market Leadership

Uganda demonstrates competitive strength in exportingcoffee: not roasted or decaffeinated to Sudan, 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 $116.22M trade volume indicates substantial economic integration with room for expansion in emerging sectors.

Significant Partnership

Executive Summary: Uganda-Sudan Trade Relationship

Key Trade Highlights 2023

  • Total Trade Volume: $116.22 millionrepresenting a significant bilateral economic relationship
  • Trade Balance: Uganda maintains a surplus of $116.22 million
  • Export Focus: Uganda's primary exports include coffee: not roasted or decaffeinated, spirits, liqueurs and other spirituous beverages: n.e.c. in heading no. 2208, motorcycles (including mopeds) and cycles: fitted with an auxiliary motor, reciprocating internal combustion piston engine, of cylinder capacity exceeding 50cc but not exceeding 250cc, with or without side-cars: side-cars
  • Import Dependencies: Key imports from Sudan include engines: for aircraft, spark-ignition reciprocating or rotary internal combustion piston engines, ferrous waste and scrap: of tinned iron or steel, vegetable oils: palm oil and its fractions, other than crude, whether or not refined, but not chemically modified

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 $116.22M 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 Uganda leveraging its comparative advantages in coffee: not roasted or decaffeinated.

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

Uganda's specialization in coffee: not roasted or decaffeinatedcomplements Sudan's demand patterns, creating natural trade synergies.

2

Supply Chain Integration

Deep integration in global value chains has strengthened bilateral linkages, particularly in engines: for aircraft, spark-ignition reciprocating or rotary internal combustion piston engines.

3

Market Access & Trade Policy

Favorable trade agreements and market access conditions have facilitated the growth of this $116.22M bilateral relationship.

Trade Pattern Insights

Trade ComplementarityAsymmetric
Seasonal VariationsModerate
Product ConcentrationMedium
Market DependencyHigh
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Trade Relationship Outlook

The $116.22M 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 $116.22 million bilateral trade volume represents a important trade relationshipfor both economies.

Economic Significance: Moderate
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Industrial Integration

Trade flows in coffee: not roasted or decaffeinated and engines: for aircraft, spark-ignition reciprocating or rotary internal combustion piston engines demonstrate deep industrial linkages and supply chain integration.

Supply Chain Integration: Specialized
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Trade Balance Effects

Uganda's trade surplus of $116.22 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 spirits, liqueurs and other spirituous beverages: n.e.c. in heading no. 2208 present expansion opportunities.
Market Diversification
Beyond current focus on engines: for aircraft, spark-ignition reciprocating or rotary internal combustion piston engines, 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 coffee: not roasted or decaffeinated 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 Uganda and Sudan represents a total trade volume of $116.22 million in 2023. This partnership demonstrates a favorable trade balance for Uganda, with exports exceeding importsby $116.22 million.

Export Strengths

Uganda's exports to Sudan total $116.22 million, with competitive advantages in coffee: not roasted or decaffeinated, representing $109.68M or94.4% of bilateral exports.

Import Dependencies

Imports from Sudan amount to $0.00, highlighting economic interdependence in engines: for aircraft, spark-ignition reciprocating or rotary internal combustion piston engines, with Engines: for aircraft, spark-ignition reciprocating or rotary internal combustion piston engines comprisingInfinity% of total imports.

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