Qatar

In 2012, the value of merchandise exports of Qatar increased substantially by 17.0 percent to reach 133.7 bln US$, while its merchandise imports was 30.8 bln US$ (see graph 1, table 2 and table 3). The merchandise trade balance recorded a relatively large surplus of 102.9 bln US$ (see graph 1). The largest merchandise trade balance was with MDG Developed ASPAC at 35.3 bln US$ (see graph 4). Merchandise exports in Qatar were diversified amongst partners; imports were also diversified. The top 9 partners accounted for 80 percent or more of exports and 15 partners accounted for 80 percent or more of imports (see graph 5). In 2012, the value of exports of services of Qatar increased substantially by 34.2 percent, reaching 9.9 bln US$, while its imports of services increased substantially by 41.7 percent and reached 23.9 bln US$ (see graph 2). There was a large trade in services deficit of 14.0 bln US$.

Related Subject(s): International Trade and Finance

Countries: Qatar