Yemen-France Bilateral Trade Analysis 2023

Complete trade statistics: $98.04M total volume •Yemen deficit: $98.04M

YemenFrance

$0

Exports (2023)

FranceYemen

$98.04M

Imports (2023)

Trade Balance

$98.04M

Deficit for Yemen

Total Trade

$98.04M

Combined Volume

Trade Flow Visualization

Direct trade relationship between Yemen and France. Green line shows exports from Yemen, red line shows imports.

Detailed Product Trade Analysis

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

YemenFrance Exports

$0
2023 Total

Export Market Intelligence

Product Diversity:
Specialized Focus
Market Share:
Infinity% top product
1Fish: frozen, n.e.c. in heading 0303, excluding fillets, fish meat of 0304, and edible fish offal of subheadings 0303.91 to 0303.99
$1.88M
Infinity% of exports
2Aircraft and spacecraft: under-carriages and parts thereof
$1.15M
Infinity% of exports
3Electronic integrated circuits: memories
$80,016
Infinity% of exports
4Colouring matter of vegetable or animal origin, including dyeing extracts not animal black, whether or not chemically defined: preparations based on colouring matter of vegetable or animal origin
$71,666
Infinity% of exports
5Aircraft and spacecraft: parts of aeroplanes or helicopters n.e.c. in heading no. 8803
$26,715
Infinity% of exports

🎯 Strategic Export Focus

Yemen's export portfolio to France demonstrates strategic specialization, with fish: frozen, n.e.c. in heading 0303, excluding fillets, fish meat of 0304, and edible fish offal of subheadings 0303.91 to 0303.99 representing a key competitive advantage in this bilateral market.

FranceYemen Imports

$98.04M
2023 Total

Import Dependency Profile

Supply Diversity:
Concentrated
Critical Imports:
41.3% concentration
1Food preparations: n.e.c. in item no. 2106.10
$40.51M
41.3% of imports
2Dairy produce: milk and cream, concentrated or containing added sugar or other sweetening matter, in powder, granules or other solid forms, of a fat content not exceeding 1.5% (by weight)
$28.15M
28.7% of imports
3Food preparations: of flour, meal, starch, malt extract or milk products, suitable for infants or young children, put up for retail sale
$14.33M
14.6% of imports
4Meat and edible offal: of fowls of the species Gallus domesticus, not cut in pieces, frozen
$5.83M
5.9% of imports
5Perfumes and toilet waters
$1.03M
1.0% of imports

📦 Import Strategy Analysis

Yemen's import pattern from France reveals significant dependencyin food preparations: n.e.c. in item no. 2106.10, highlighting complementary economic structures and potential supply chain optimization opportunities.

Competitive Trade Position Analysis

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Market Leadership

Yemen demonstrates competitive strength in exportingfish: frozen, n.e.c. in heading 0303, excluding fillets, fish meat of 0304, and edible fish offal of subheadings 0303.91 to 0303.99 to France, 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 $98.04M trade volume indicates substantial economic integration with room for expansion in emerging sectors.

Significant Partnership

Executive Summary: Yemen-France Trade Relationship

Key Trade Highlights 2023

  • Total Trade Volume: $98.04 millionrepresenting a significant bilateral economic relationship
  • Trade Balance: Yemen maintains a deficit of $98.04 million
  • Export Focus: Yemen's primary exports include fish: frozen, n.e.c. in heading 0303, excluding fillets, fish meat of 0304, and edible fish offal of subheadings 0303.91 to 0303.99, aircraft and spacecraft: under-carriages and parts thereof, electronic integrated circuits: memories
  • Import Dependencies: Key imports from France include food preparations: n.e.c. in item no. 2106.10, dairy produce: milk and cream, concentrated or containing added sugar or other sweetening matter, in powder, granules or other solid forms, of a fat content not exceeding 1.5% (by weight), food preparations: of flour, meal, starch, malt extract or milk products, suitable for infants or young children, put up for retail sale

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 $98.04M 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 Yemen leveraging its comparative advantages in fish: frozen, n.e.c. in heading 0303, excluding fillets, fish meat of 0304, and edible fish offal of subheadings 0303.91 to 0303.99.

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

Yemen's specialization in fish: frozen, n.e.c. in heading 0303, excluding fillets, fish meat of 0304, and edible fish offal of subheadings 0303.91 to 0303.99complements France's demand patterns, creating natural trade synergies.

2

Supply Chain Integration

Deep integration in global value chains has strengthened bilateral linkages, particularly in food preparations: n.e.c. in item no. 2106.10.

3

Market Access & Trade Policy

Favorable trade agreements and market access conditions have facilitated the growth of this $98.04M bilateral relationship.

Trade Pattern Insights

Trade ComplementarityAsymmetric
Seasonal VariationsModerate
Product ConcentrationMedium
Market DependencyHigh
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Trade Relationship Outlook

The $98.04M 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 $98.04 million bilateral trade volume represents a important trade relationshipfor both economies.

Economic Significance: Moderate
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Industrial Integration

Trade flows in fish: frozen, n.e.c. in heading 0303, excluding fillets, fish meat of 0304, and edible fish offal of subheadings 0303.91 to 0303.99 and food preparations: n.e.c. in item no. 2106.10 demonstrate deep industrial linkages and supply chain integration.

Supply Chain Integration: Specialized
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Trade Balance Effects

Yemen's trade deficit of $98.04 million impacts its overall economic position in this bilateral relationship.

Balance Impact: Import Dependency

Strategic Future Outlook

🚀Growth Opportunities

Emerging Sectors
Technology transfer and innovation cooperation in aircraft and spacecraft: under-carriages and parts thereof present expansion opportunities.
Market Diversification
Beyond current focus on food preparations: n.e.c. in item no. 2106.10, 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 fish: frozen, n.e.c. in heading 0303, excluding fillets, fish meat of 0304, and edible fish offal of subheadings 0303.91 to 0303.99 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 Yemen and France represents a total trade volume of $98.04 million in 2023. This partnership demonstrates an unfavorable trade balance for Yemen, with imports exceeding exportsby $98.04 million.

Export Strengths

Yemen's exports to France total $0.00, with competitive advantages in fish: frozen, n.e.c. in heading 0303, excluding fillets, fish meat of 0304, and edible fish offal of subheadings 0303.91 to 0303.99, representing $1.88M orInfinity% of bilateral exports.

Import Dependencies

Imports from France amount to $98.04 million, highlighting economic interdependence in food preparations: n.e.c. in item no. 2106.10, with Food preparations: n.e.c. in item no. 2106.10 comprising41.3% of total imports.

The trade relationship reflects broader economic patterns and comparative advantages. The trade deficit indicates Yemen's strategic sourcing from France. 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