Viet Nam-Myanmar Bilateral Trade Analysis 2023

Complete trade statistics: $442.71M total volume •Viet Nam surplus: $143.98M

Viet NamMyanmar

$293.35M

Exports (2023)

MyanmarViet Nam

$149.36M

Imports (2023)

Trade Balance

$143.98M

Surplus for Viet Nam

Total Trade

$442.71M

Combined Volume

Trade Flow Visualization

Direct trade relationship between Viet Nam and Myanmar. Green line shows exports from Viet Nam, red line shows imports.

Detailed Product Trade Analysis

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

Viet NamMyanmar Exports

$293.35M
2023 Total

Export Market Intelligence

Product Diversity:
Specialized Focus
Market Share:
8.4% top product
1Vessels: light, fire-floats, floating cranes and other vessels, the navigability of which is subsidiary to their main function, floating docks
$24.51M
8.4% of exports
2Plastics: plates, sheets, film, foil and strip (not self-adhesive), of polymers of ethylene, non-cellular and not reinforced, laminated, supported or similarly combined with other materials
$13.73M
4.7% of exports
3Sacks and bags: of a kind used for the packing of goods, of man-made textile materials, of polyethylene or polypropylene strip or the like, not flexible intermediate bulk containers
$11.17M
3.8% of exports
4Extracts, essences and concentrates: of coffee, and preparations with a basis of these extracts, essences or concentrates or with a basis of coffee
$9.07M
3.1% of exports
5Medicaments: consisting of mixed or unmixed products n.e.c. in heading no. 3004, for therapeutic or prophylactic uses, packaged for retail sale
$8.21M
2.8% of exports

🎯 Strategic Export Focus

Viet Nam's export portfolio to Myanmar demonstrates strategic specialization, with vessels: light, fire-floats, floating cranes and other vessels, the navigability of which is subsidiary to their main function, floating docks representing a key competitive advantage in this bilateral market.

MyanmarViet Nam Imports

$149.36M
2023 Total

Import Dependency Profile

Supply Diversity:
Concentrated
Critical Imports:
29.5% concentration
1Sugars: sucrose, chemically pure, in solid form, not containing added flavouring or colouring matter
$44.00M
29.5% of imports
2Vegetables, leguminous: beans of the species vigna mungo (l.) hepper or vigna radiata (l.) wilczek, shelled, whether or not skinned or split, dried
$41.74M
27.9% of imports
3Cereals: rice, broken
$9.28M
6.2% of imports
4Cereals: maize (corn), other than seed
$5.89M
3.9% of imports
5Anoraks (including ski-jackets), wind-cheaters, wind-jackets and similar articles: women's or girls', of man-made fibres, other than those of heading no. 6204 (not knitted or crocheted)
$3.84M
2.6% of imports

📦 Import Strategy Analysis

Viet Nam's import pattern from Myanmar reveals significant dependencyin sugars: sucrose, chemically pure, in solid form, not containing added flavouring or colouring matter, highlighting complementary economic structures and potential supply chain optimization opportunities.

Competitive Trade Position Analysis

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Market Leadership

Viet Nam demonstrates competitive strength in exportingvessels: light, fire-floats, floating cranes and other vessels, the navigability of which is subsidiary to their main function, floating docks to Myanmar, 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 $442.71M trade volume indicates substantial economic integration with room for expansion in emerging sectors.

Significant Partnership

Executive Summary: Viet Nam-Myanmar Trade Relationship

Key Trade Highlights 2023

  • Total Trade Volume: $442.71 millionrepresenting a significant bilateral economic relationship
  • Trade Balance: Viet Nam maintains a surplus of $143.98 million
  • Export Focus: Viet Nam's primary exports include vessels: light, fire-floats, floating cranes and other vessels, the navigability of which is subsidiary to their main function, floating docks, plastics: plates, sheets, film, foil and strip (not self-adhesive), of polymers of ethylene, non-cellular and not reinforced, laminated, supported or similarly combined with other materials, sacks and bags: of a kind used for the packing of goods, of man-made textile materials, of polyethylene or polypropylene strip or the like, not flexible intermediate bulk containers
  • Import Dependencies: Key imports from Myanmar include sugars: sucrose, chemically pure, in solid form, not containing added flavouring or colouring matter, vegetables, leguminous: beans of the species vigna mungo (l.) hepper or vigna radiata (l.) wilczek, shelled, whether or not skinned or split, dried, cereals: rice, broken

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 $442.71M 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 Viet Nam leveraging its comparative advantages in vessels: light, fire-floats, floating cranes and other vessels, the navigability of which is subsidiary to their main function, floating docks.

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

Viet Nam's specialization in vessels: light, fire-floats, floating cranes and other vessels, the navigability of which is subsidiary to their main function, floating dockscomplements Myanmar's demand patterns, creating natural trade synergies.

2

Supply Chain Integration

Deep integration in global value chains has strengthened bilateral linkages, particularly in sugars: sucrose, chemically pure, in solid form, not containing added flavouring or colouring matter.

3

Market Access & Trade Policy

Favorable trade agreements and market access conditions have facilitated the growth of this $442.71M bilateral relationship.

Trade Pattern Insights

Trade ComplementarityAsymmetric
Seasonal VariationsModerate
Product ConcentrationMedium
Market DependencyHigh
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Trade Relationship Outlook

The $442.71M 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 $442.71 million bilateral trade volume represents a important trade relationshipfor both economies.

Economic Significance: Moderate
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Industrial Integration

Trade flows in vessels: light, fire-floats, floating cranes and other vessels, the navigability of which is subsidiary to their main function, floating docks and sugars: sucrose, chemically pure, in solid form, not containing added flavouring or colouring matter demonstrate deep industrial linkages and supply chain integration.

Supply Chain Integration: Specialized
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Trade Balance Effects

Viet Nam's trade surplus of $143.98 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 plastics: plates, sheets, film, foil and strip (not self-adhesive), of polymers of ethylene, non-cellular and not reinforced, laminated, supported or similarly combined with other materials present expansion opportunities.
Market Diversification
Beyond current focus on sugars: sucrose, chemically pure, in solid form, not containing added flavouring or colouring matter, 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 vessels: light, fire-floats, floating cranes and other vessels, the navigability of which is subsidiary to their main function, floating docks 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 Viet Nam and Myanmar represents a total trade volume of $442.71 million in 2023. This partnership demonstrates a favorable trade balance for Viet Nam, with exports exceeding importsby $143.98 million.

Export Strengths

Viet Nam's exports to Myanmar total $293.35 million, with competitive advantages in vessels: light, fire-floats, floating cranes and other vessels, the navigability of which is subsidiary to their main function, floating docks, representing $24.51M or8.4% of bilateral exports.

Import Dependencies

Imports from Myanmar amount to $149.36 million, highlighting economic interdependence in sugars: sucrose, chemically pure, in solid form, not containing added flavouring or colouring matter, with Sugars: sucrose, chemically pure, in solid form, not containing added flavouring or colouring matter comprising29.5% of total imports.

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