Zambia-Qatar Bilateral Trade Analysis 2023

Complete trade statistics: $113.04M total volume •Zambia deficit: $113.04M

ZambiaQatar

$0

Exports (2023)

QatarZambia

$113.04M

Imports (2023)

Trade Balance

$113.04M

Deficit for Zambia

Total Trade

$113.04M

Combined Volume

Trade Flow Visualization

Direct trade relationship between Zambia and Qatar. Green line shows exports from Zambia, red line shows imports.

Detailed Product Trade Analysis

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

ZambiaQatar Exports

$0
2023 Total

Export Market Intelligence

Product Diversity:
Specialized Focus
Market Share:
Infinity% top product
1Vegetables, leguminous: n.e.c. in item no. 0713.3, shelled, whether or not skinned or split, dried
$109,665
Infinity% of exports
2Engines: parts, suitable for use solely or principally with spark-ignition internal combustion piston engines (for other than aircraft)
$38,365
Infinity% of exports
3Aircraft and spacecraft: parts of aeroplanes or helicopters n.e.c. in heading no. 8803
$1,429
Infinity% of exports

🎯 Strategic Export Focus

Zambia's export portfolio to Qatar demonstrates strategic specialization, with vegetables, leguminous: n.e.c. in item no. 0713.3, shelled, whether or not skinned or split, dried representing a key competitive advantage in this bilateral market.

QatarZambia Imports

$113.04M
2023 Total

Import Dependency Profile

Supply Diversity:
Concentrated
Critical Imports:
66.8% concentration
1Sulphur of all kinds: other than sublimed, precipitated and colloidal sulphur
$75.56M
66.8% of imports
2Fertilizers, mineral or chemical: nitrogenous, urea, whether or not in aqueous solution
$22.25M
19.7% of imports
3Fertilizers, mineral or chemical: n.e.c. in heading no. 3105
$7.42M
6.6% of imports
4Sodium hydroxide (caustic soda): solid
$3.36M
3.0% of imports
5Organic surface-active agents: anionic (other than soap), whether or not put up for retail sale
$2.78M
2.5% of imports

📦 Import Strategy Analysis

Zambia's import pattern from Qatar reveals significant dependencyin sulphur of all kinds: other than sublimed, precipitated and colloidal sulphur, highlighting complementary economic structures and potential supply chain optimization opportunities.

Competitive Trade Position Analysis

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Market Leadership

Zambia demonstrates competitive strength in exportingvegetables, leguminous: n.e.c. in item no. 0713.3, shelled, whether or not skinned or split, dried to Qatar, leveraging comparative advantages.

Export Leader in 3+ 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 $113.04M trade volume indicates substantial economic integration with room for expansion in emerging sectors.

Significant Partnership

Executive Summary: Zambia-Qatar Trade Relationship

Key Trade Highlights 2023

  • Total Trade Volume: $113.04 millionrepresenting a significant bilateral economic relationship
  • Trade Balance: Zambia maintains a deficit of $113.04 million
  • Export Focus: Zambia's primary exports include vegetables, leguminous: n.e.c. in item no. 0713.3, shelled, whether or not skinned or split, dried, engines: parts, suitable for use solely or principally with spark-ignition internal combustion piston engines (for other than aircraft), aircraft and spacecraft: parts of aeroplanes or helicopters n.e.c. in heading no. 8803
  • Import Dependencies: Key imports from Qatar include sulphur of all kinds: other than sublimed, precipitated and colloidal sulphur, fertilizers, mineral or chemical: nitrogenous, urea, whether or not in aqueous solution, fertilizers, mineral or chemical: n.e.c. in heading no. 3105

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 $113.04M 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 Zambia leveraging its comparative advantages in vegetables, leguminous: n.e.c. in item no. 0713.3, shelled, whether or not skinned or split, dried.

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

Zambia's specialization in vegetables, leguminous: n.e.c. in item no. 0713.3, shelled, whether or not skinned or split, driedcomplements Qatar's demand patterns, creating natural trade synergies.

2

Supply Chain Integration

Deep integration in global value chains has strengthened bilateral linkages, particularly in sulphur of all kinds: other than sublimed, precipitated and colloidal sulphur.

3

Market Access & Trade Policy

Favorable trade agreements and market access conditions have facilitated the growth of this $113.04M bilateral relationship.

Trade Pattern Insights

Trade ComplementarityAsymmetric
Seasonal VariationsModerate
Product ConcentrationMedium
Market DependencyHigh
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Trade Relationship Outlook

The $113.04M 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 $113.04 million bilateral trade volume represents a important trade relationshipfor both economies.

Economic Significance: Moderate
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Industrial Integration

Trade flows in vegetables, leguminous: n.e.c. in item no. 0713.3, shelled, whether or not skinned or split, dried and sulphur of all kinds: other than sublimed, precipitated and colloidal sulphur demonstrate deep industrial linkages and supply chain integration.

Supply Chain Integration: Specialized
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Trade Balance Effects

Zambia's trade deficit of $113.04 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 engines: parts, suitable for use solely or principally with spark-ignition internal combustion piston engines (for other than aircraft) present expansion opportunities.
Market Diversification
Beyond current focus on sulphur of all kinds: other than sublimed, precipitated and colloidal sulphur, 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 vegetables, leguminous: n.e.c. in item no. 0713.3, shelled, whether or not skinned or split, dried 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 Zambia and Qatar represents a total trade volume of $113.04 million in 2023. This partnership demonstrates an unfavorable trade balance for Zambia, with imports exceeding exportsby $113.04 million.

Export Strengths

Zambia's exports to Qatar total $0.00, with competitive advantages in vegetables, leguminous: n.e.c. in item no. 0713.3, shelled, whether or not skinned or split, dried, representing $109,665 orInfinity% of bilateral exports.

Import Dependencies

Imports from Qatar amount to $113.04 million, highlighting economic interdependence in sulphur of all kinds: other than sublimed, precipitated and colloidal sulphur, with Sulphur of all kinds: other than sublimed, precipitated and colloidal sulphur comprising66.8% of total imports.

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