Expanding Trade Potential
Syria-China Trade
The trade balance between Syria and China has long been characterized by a significant trade deficit, with Syrian imports from China far exceeding its exports. To create a more balanced and mutually beneficial trade relationship, the Syrian-Chinese Business Services Center (SCBSC) is committed to opening new markets for Syrian products within China. Through strategic initiatives, SCBSC aims to strengthen trade by improving current exports, identifying new opportunities for locally consumed Syrian products, and encouraging the development of new products tailored to the demands of the Chinese market.
Syria-China Trade Value
Based on United Nations COMTRADE data, the total trade value between China and Syria in 2023 reached approximately $357.5 million. China’s exports to Syria accounted for $356 million, while Syria’s exports to China were significantly lower at $1.51 million. This marks a substantial decline compared to the trade value recorded at the end of 2010, when the total trade reached $1,626.4 million. At that time, China’s exports to Syria stood at $1,545 million, while Syria’s exports to China were $81.40 million.
SCBSC’s Commitment to Strengthening Trade Relations
Enhancing Existing Export Opportunities
Through identifying and promoting Syrian products with potential in the Chinese market and organizing promotional events and trade missions to showcase these products, we aim to increase engagement with the Chinese market and enhance trade opportunities.
Developing New Export Opportunities
Through collaborating with local manufacturers to adapt products for export suitability and providing training and resources to local producers on export standards and procedures, we aim to enhance the ability of Syrian products to enter international markets.
Facilitating Product Development Based on Market Demand
Through conducting market research to identify gaps in the Chinese market that Syrian producers can fill and supporting the development of new products tailored to meet Chinese consumer preferences, we aim to strengthen Syria’s presence in the Chinese market and meet its nee