Yemen-Oman Bilateral Trade Analysis 2023

Complete trade statistics: $440.24M total volume •Yemen deficit: $292.06M

YemenOman

$74.09M

Exports (2023)

OmanYemen

$366.15M

Imports (2023)

Trade Balance

$292.06M

Deficit for Yemen

Total Trade

$440.24M

Combined Volume

Trade Flow Visualization

Direct trade relationship between Yemen and Oman. 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-Oman commercial relationship and competitive positioning in global markets.

YemenOman Exports

$74.09M
2023 Total

Export Market Intelligence

Product Diversity:
Specialized Focus
Market Share:
15.2% top product
1Animal products: of fish or crustaceans, molluscs or other aquatic invertebrates: dead animals of chapter 03, unfit for human consumption
$11.23M
15.2% of exports
2Fruit, edible: guavas, mangoes and mangosteens, fresh or dried
$8.69M
11.7% of exports
3Fish: frozen, n.e.c. in heading 0303, excluding fillets, fish meat of 0304, and edible fish offal of subheadings 0303.91 to 0303.99
$7.53M
10.2% of exports
4Fruit, edible: fruits n.e.c. in heading no. 0801 to 0810, fresh
$5.76M
7.8% of exports
5Bran, sharps and other residues: of wheat, whether or not in the form of pellets, derived from the sifting, milling or other workings thereof
$5.03M
6.8% of exports

🎯 Strategic Export Focus

Yemen's export portfolio to Oman demonstrates strategic specialization, with animal products: of fish or crustaceans, molluscs or other aquatic invertebrates: dead animals of chapter 03, unfit for human consumption representing a key competitive advantage in this bilateral market.

OmanYemen Imports

$366.15M
2023 Total

Import Dependency Profile

Supply Diversity:
Concentrated
Critical Imports:
15.4% concentration
1Wheat or meslin flour
$56.39M
15.4% of imports
2Vegetable oils: palm oil and its fractions, other than crude, whether or not refined, but not chemically modified
$32.94M
9.0% of imports
3Cement: portland, other than white, whether or not artificially coloured
$18.02M
4.9% of imports
4Sugar confectionery: (excluding chewing gum, including white chocolate), not containing cocoa
$17.15M
4.7% of imports
5Vegetable preparations: tomatoes, (other than whole or in pieces), prepared or preserved otherwise than by vinegar or acetic acid
$16.14M
4.4% of imports

📦 Import Strategy Analysis

Yemen's import pattern from Oman reveals significant dependencyin wheat or meslin flour, 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 exportinganimal products: of fish or crustaceans, molluscs or other aquatic invertebrates: dead animals of chapter 03, unfit for human consumption to Oman, 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 $440.24M trade volume indicates substantial economic integration with room for expansion in emerging sectors.

Significant Partnership

Executive Summary: Yemen-Oman Trade Relationship

Key Trade Highlights 2023

  • Total Trade Volume: $440.24 millionrepresenting a significant bilateral economic relationship
  • Trade Balance: Yemen maintains a deficit of $292.06 million
  • Export Focus: Yemen's primary exports include animal products: of fish or crustaceans, molluscs or other aquatic invertebrates: dead animals of chapter 03, unfit for human consumption, fruit, edible: guavas, mangoes and mangosteens, fresh or dried, 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
  • Import Dependencies: Key imports from Oman include wheat or meslin flour, vegetable oils: palm oil and its fractions, other than crude, whether or not refined, but not chemically modified, cement: portland, other than white, whether or not artificially coloured

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 $440.24M 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 animal products: of fish or crustaceans, molluscs or other aquatic invertebrates: dead animals of chapter 03, unfit for human consumption.

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 animal products: of fish or crustaceans, molluscs or other aquatic invertebrates: dead animals of chapter 03, unfit for human consumptioncomplements Oman's demand patterns, creating natural trade synergies.

2

Supply Chain Integration

Deep integration in global value chains has strengthened bilateral linkages, particularly in wheat or meslin flour.

3

Market Access & Trade Policy

Favorable trade agreements and market access conditions have facilitated the growth of this $440.24M bilateral relationship.

Trade Pattern Insights

Trade ComplementarityAsymmetric
Seasonal VariationsModerate
Product ConcentrationMedium
Market DependencyHigh
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Trade Relationship Outlook

The $440.24M 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 $440.24 million bilateral trade volume represents a important trade relationshipfor both economies.

Economic Significance: Moderate
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Industrial Integration

Trade flows in animal products: of fish or crustaceans, molluscs or other aquatic invertebrates: dead animals of chapter 03, unfit for human consumption and wheat or meslin flour demonstrate deep industrial linkages and supply chain integration.

Supply Chain Integration: Specialized
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Trade Balance Effects

Yemen's trade deficit of $292.06 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 fruit, edible: guavas, mangoes and mangosteens, fresh or dried present expansion opportunities.
Market Diversification
Beyond current focus on wheat or meslin flour, 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 animal products: of fish or crustaceans, molluscs or other aquatic invertebrates: dead animals of chapter 03, unfit for human consumption 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 Oman represents a total trade volume of $440.24 million in 2023. This partnership demonstrates an unfavorable trade balance for Yemen, with imports exceeding exportsby $292.06 million.

Export Strengths

Yemen's exports to Oman total $74.09 million, with competitive advantages in animal products: of fish or crustaceans, molluscs or other aquatic invertebrates: dead animals of chapter 03, unfit for human consumption, representing $11.23M or15.2% of bilateral exports.

Import Dependencies

Imports from Oman amount to $366.15 million, highlighting economic interdependence in wheat or meslin flour, with Wheat or meslin flour comprising15.4% of total imports.

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