Zimbabwe-Egypt Bilateral Trade Analysis 2023

Complete trade statistics: $98.82M total volume •Zimbabwe deficit: $98.82M

ZimbabweEgypt

$0

Exports (2023)

EgyptZimbabwe

$98.82M

Imports (2023)

Trade Balance

$98.82M

Deficit for Zimbabwe

Total Trade

$98.82M

Combined Volume

Trade Flow Visualization

Direct trade relationship between Zimbabwe and Egypt. Green line shows exports from Zimbabwe, red line shows imports.

Detailed Product Trade Analysis

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

ZimbabweEgypt Exports

$0
2023 Total

Export Market Intelligence

Product Diversity:
Specialized Focus
Market Share:
Infinity% top product
1Tobacco: partly or wholly stemmed or stripped
$830,317
Infinity% of exports
2Tobacco refuse
$201,263
Infinity% of exports
3Seeds: vegetable seeds, of a kind used for sowing
$145,784
Infinity% of exports
4Vegetables, leguminous: peas (pisum sativum), shelled, whether or not skinned or split, dried
$13,874
Infinity% of exports
5Spirits, liqueurs and other spirituous beverages: n.e.c. in heading no. 2208
$7,419
Infinity% of exports

🎯 Strategic Export Focus

Zimbabwe's export portfolio to Egypt demonstrates strategic specialization, with tobacco: partly or wholly stemmed or stripped representing a key competitive advantage in this bilateral market.

EgyptZimbabwe Imports

$98.82M
2023 Total

Import Dependency Profile

Supply Diversity:
Concentrated
Critical Imports:
29.1% concentration
1Medicaments: consisting of mixed or unmixed products n.e.c. in heading no. 3004, for therapeutic or prophylactic uses, packaged for retail sale
$28.78M
29.1% of imports
2Food preparations: pasta, uncooked (excluding that containing eggs), not stuffed or otherwise prepared
$18.55M
18.8% of imports
3Wadding, gauze, bandages and similar articles: (excluding adhesive dressings), impregnated or coated with pharmaceutical substances, packaged for retail sale
$8.20M
8.3% of imports
4Meters: electricity supply or production meters, including calibrating meters thereof
$6.43M
6.5% of imports
5Glass: carboys, bottles, flasks, jars, pots, phials and other containers of glass, (not ampoules), used for the conveyance or packing of goods
$5.42M
5.5% of imports

📦 Import Strategy Analysis

Zimbabwe's import pattern from Egypt reveals significant dependencyin medicaments: consisting of mixed or unmixed products n.e.c. in heading no. 3004, for therapeutic or prophylactic uses, packaged for retail sale, highlighting complementary economic structures and potential supply chain optimization opportunities.

Competitive Trade Position Analysis

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Market Leadership

Zimbabwe demonstrates competitive strength in exportingtobacco: partly or wholly stemmed or stripped to Egypt, 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 $98.82M trade volume indicates substantial economic integration with room for expansion in emerging sectors.

Significant Partnership

Executive Summary: Zimbabwe-Egypt Trade Relationship

Key Trade Highlights 2023

  • Total Trade Volume: $98.82 millionrepresenting a significant bilateral economic relationship
  • Trade Balance: Zimbabwe maintains a deficit of $98.82 million
  • Export Focus: Zimbabwe's primary exports include tobacco: partly or wholly stemmed or stripped, tobacco refuse, seeds: vegetable seeds, of a kind used for sowing
  • Import Dependencies: Key imports from Egypt include medicaments: consisting of mixed or unmixed products n.e.c. in heading no. 3004, for therapeutic or prophylactic uses, packaged for retail sale, food preparations: pasta, uncooked (excluding that containing eggs), not stuffed or otherwise prepared, wadding, gauze, bandages and similar articles: (excluding adhesive dressings), impregnated or coated with pharmaceutical substances, packaged 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 $98.82M 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 Zimbabwe leveraging its comparative advantages in tobacco: partly or wholly stemmed or stripped.

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

Zimbabwe's specialization in tobacco: partly or wholly stemmed or strippedcomplements Egypt's demand patterns, creating natural trade synergies.

2

Supply Chain Integration

Deep integration in global value chains has strengthened bilateral linkages, particularly in medicaments: consisting of mixed or unmixed products n.e.c. in heading no. 3004, for therapeutic or prophylactic uses, packaged for retail sale.

3

Market Access & Trade Policy

Favorable trade agreements and market access conditions have facilitated the growth of this $98.82M bilateral relationship.

Trade Pattern Insights

Trade ComplementarityAsymmetric
Seasonal VariationsModerate
Product ConcentrationMedium
Market DependencyHigh
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Trade Relationship Outlook

The $98.82M 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 $98.82 million bilateral trade volume represents a important trade relationshipfor both economies.

Economic Significance: Moderate
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Industrial Integration

Trade flows in tobacco: partly or wholly stemmed or stripped and medicaments: consisting of mixed or unmixed products n.e.c. in heading no. 3004, for therapeutic or prophylactic uses, packaged for retail sale demonstrate deep industrial linkages and supply chain integration.

Supply Chain Integration: Specialized
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Trade Balance Effects

Zimbabwe's trade deficit of $98.82 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 tobacco refuse present expansion opportunities.
Market Diversification
Beyond current focus on medicaments: consisting of mixed or unmixed products n.e.c. in heading no. 3004, for therapeutic or prophylactic uses, packaged for retail sale, 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 tobacco: partly or wholly stemmed or stripped 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 Zimbabwe and Egypt represents a total trade volume of $98.82 million in 2023. This partnership demonstrates an unfavorable trade balance for Zimbabwe, with imports exceeding exportsby $98.82 million.

Export Strengths

Zimbabwe's exports to Egypt total $0.00, with competitive advantages in tobacco: partly or wholly stemmed or stripped, representing $830,317 orInfinity% of bilateral exports.

Import Dependencies

Imports from Egypt amount to $98.82 million, highlighting economic interdependence in medicaments: consisting of mixed or unmixed products n.e.c. in heading no. 3004, for therapeutic or prophylactic uses, packaged for retail sale, with Medicaments: consisting of mixed or unmixed products n.e.c. in heading no. 3004, for therapeutic or prophylactic uses, packaged for retail sale comprising29.1% of total imports.

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