Zimbabwe-Sri Lanka Bilateral Trade Analysis 2023

Complete trade statistics: $0 total volume •Zimbabwe surplus: $0

ZimbabweSri Lanka

$0

Exports (2023)

Sri LankaZimbabwe

$0

Imports (2023)

Trade Balance

$0

Surplus for Zimbabwe

Total Trade

$0

Combined Volume

Trade Flow Visualization

Direct trade relationship between Zimbabwe and Sri Lanka. 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-Sri Lanka commercial relationship and competitive positioning in global markets.

ZimbabweSri Lanka Exports

$0
2023 Total

Export Market Intelligence

Product Diversity:
Specialized Focus
Market Share:
Infinity% top product
1Plastics: other articles n.e.c. in chapter 39
$44,981
Infinity% of exports
2Spectacles, goggles and the like: (other than sunglasses) corrective, protective or other
$43,956
Infinity% of exports
3Trousers, bib and brace overalls, breeches and shorts: men's or boys', of textile materials (other than wool, fine animal hair, cotton or synthetic fibres), (not knitted or crocheted)
$41,788
Infinity% of exports
4Textiles: made up articles (including dress patterns), n.e.c. in chapter 63, n.e.c. in heading no. 6307
$39,812
Infinity% of exports
5Feldspar
$3,981
Infinity% of exports

🎯 Strategic Export Focus

Zimbabwe's export portfolio to Sri Lanka demonstrates strategic specialization, with plastics: other articles n.e.c. in chapter 39 representing a key competitive advantage in this bilateral market.

Sri LankaZimbabwe Imports

$0
2023 Total

Import Dependency Profile

Supply Diversity:
Concentrated
Critical Imports:
Infinity% concentration
1Aluminium: foil, backed with paper, paperboard, plastics or similar backing materials, of a thickness (excluding any backing) not exceeding 0.2mm
$142,358
Infinity% of imports
2Monitors other than cathode-ray tube: n.e.c. in subheading 8528.52, whether or not colour
$63,108
Infinity% of imports
3Monitors: other than cathode-ray tube: capable of directly connecting to and designed for use with an automatic data processing machine of heading 84.71
$32,500
Infinity% of imports
4Bicycles and other cycles: including delivery tricycles, not motorised
$30,128
Infinity% of imports
5Glass fibres: n.e.c. in heading no. 7019
$23,657
Infinity% of imports

📦 Import Strategy Analysis

Zimbabwe's import pattern from Sri Lanka reveals strategic sourcingin aluminium: foil, backed with paper, paperboard, plastics or similar backing materials, of a thickness (excluding any backing) not exceeding 0.2mm, 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 exportingplastics: other articles n.e.c. in chapter 39 to Sri Lanka, leveraging comparative advantages.

Export Leader in 5+ Categories
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Trade Complementarity

The bilateral relationship showsperfectcomplementarity, with each country specializing in different sectors.

Specialized Exchange
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Growth Potential

The $0 trade volume indicates substantial economic integration with room for expansion in emerging sectors.

Significant Partnership

Executive Summary: Zimbabwe-Sri Lanka Trade Relationship

Key Trade Highlights 2023

  • Total Trade Volume: $0.00representing a significant bilateral economic relationship
  • Trade Balance: Zimbabwe maintains a surplus of $0.00
  • Export Focus: Zimbabwe's primary exports include plastics: other articles n.e.c. in chapter 39, spectacles, goggles and the like: (other than sunglasses) corrective, protective or other, trousers, bib and brace overalls, breeches and shorts: men's or boys', of textile materials (other than wool, fine animal hair, cotton or synthetic fibres), (not knitted or crocheted)
  • Import Dependencies: Key imports from Sri Lanka include aluminium: foil, backed with paper, paperboard, plastics or similar backing materials, of a thickness (excluding any backing) not exceeding 0.2mm, monitors other than cathode-ray tube: n.e.c. in subheading 8528.52, whether or not colour, monitors: other than cathode-ray tube: capable of directly connecting to and designed for use with an automatic data processing machine of heading 84.71

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 $0 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 plastics: other articles n.e.c. in chapter 39.

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 plastics: other articles n.e.c. in chapter 39complements Sri Lanka's demand patterns, creating natural trade synergies.

2

Supply Chain Integration

Deep integration in global value chains has strengthened bilateral linkages, particularly in aluminium: foil, backed with paper, paperboard, plastics or similar backing materials, of a thickness (excluding any backing) not exceeding 0.2mm.

3

Market Access & Trade Policy

Favorable trade agreements and market access conditions have facilitated the growth of this $0 bilateral relationship.

Trade Pattern Insights

Trade ComplementarityBalanced
Seasonal VariationsModerate
Product ConcentrationMedium
Market DependencyModerate
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Trade Relationship Outlook

The $0 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 $0.00 bilateral trade volume represents a important trade relationshipfor both economies.

Economic Significance: Moderate
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Industrial Integration

Trade flows in plastics: other articles n.e.c. in chapter 39 and aluminium: foil, backed with paper, paperboard, plastics or similar backing materials, of a thickness (excluding any backing) not exceeding 0.2mm demonstrate deep industrial linkages and supply chain integration.

Supply Chain Integration: Specialized
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Trade Balance Effects

Zimbabwe's trade surplus of $0.00 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 spectacles, goggles and the like: (other than sunglasses) corrective, protective or other present expansion opportunities.
Market Diversification
Beyond current focus on aluminium: foil, backed with paper, paperboard, plastics or similar backing materials, of a thickness (excluding any backing) not exceeding 0.2mm, 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 plastics: other articles n.e.c. in chapter 39 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 Sri Lanka represents a total trade volume of $0.00 in 2023. This partnership demonstrates a favorable trade balance for Zimbabwe, with exports exceeding importsby $0.00.

Export Strengths

Zimbabwe's exports to Sri Lanka total $0.00, with competitive advantages in plastics: other articles n.e.c. in chapter 39, representing $44,981 orInfinity% of bilateral exports.

Import Dependencies

Imports from Sri Lanka amount to $0.00, highlighting economic interdependence in aluminium: foil, backed with paper, paperboard, plastics or similar backing materials, of a thickness (excluding any backing) not exceeding 0.2mm, with Aluminium: foil, backed with paper, paperboard, plastics or similar backing materials, of a thickness (excluding any backing) not exceeding 0.2mm comprisingInfinity% of total imports.

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