China’s trade surplus more than twice the size of Germany’s trade surplus

Key takeaways

China’s trade surplus is the world's largest, more than twice that of Germany, the second largest
Europe has four countries in the top 10, showing the strength of regional trade
Resource-rich countries like Saudi Arabia, Russia, and Australia benefit from exports
Brazil is the only South American country on the list
The Netherlands benefits from its role as a major trade hub

China leads global trade surpluses by a wide margin. Europe has a strong presence, while smaller economies show the impact of high-value industries. Resource exports remain key for countries like Saudi Arabia and Russia. Brazil stands out in South America, and the Netherlands benefits from its logistics network. Both developed and emerging markets play a role in global trade surpluses.

Source:

World Bank

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Period:

2023

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