Guinea-Bissau Trade Openness
Trade as % of GDP NE.TRD.GNFS.ZS
Guinea-Bissau's trade openness was 38.80% in 2025, ranked 168th globally. This represents a 0.0% decrease from 2024. Data from World Bank, covering 1970–2025.
Overview
Guinea-Bissau's trade openness stood at 38.80% in 2025, a decline of +0.01% from 2024. Based on recent trends, this figure is projected to reach 38.80% by 2025. Guinea-Bissau ranked 168th globally.
Guinea-Bissau's trade openness, as measured by the World Bank, has exhibited significant fluctuations over the past 56 years. The indicator peaked at 69.49 in 1997, reflecting a relatively open economy, but plummeted to a trough of 31.13 in 1975. Since then, trade openness has experienced a generally upward trend, with the latest available data indicating a value of 38.80, ranking 168 globally. In comparison, peer country Gambia's trade openness is notably higher at 39.49, while Uganda's is similar at 38.72. The recent stagnation in Guinea-Bissau's trade openness suggests a plateau in economic integration, potentially hindering growth and development. To alter this trajectory, Guinea-Bissau could focus on implementing policies that encourage foreign investment and trade liberalization, thereby increasing trade openness and promoting economic growth.
Data & projection
| Year | Trade Openness | YoY change | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2027* trend | 36.30% | - | - |
| 2026* trend | 37.55% | - | - |
| 2025* trend | 38.80% | - | - |
| 2025 | 38.80% | −0.01% | #168 |
| 2024 | 38.81% | −1.67% | #12 |
| 2023 | 40.47% | −5.28% | #17 |
| 2022 | 45.76% | +0.95% | #24 |
| 2021 | 44.81% | +1.92% | #30 |
| 2020 | 42.89% | −7.06% | #32 |
| 2019 | 49.94% | −5.08% | #39 |
| 2018 | 55.02% | −1.89% | #42 |
| 2017 | 56.91% | +2.61% | #54 |
| 2016 | 54.30% | −0.07% | #48 |
| 2015 | 54.37% | +7.50% | #45 |
| 2014 | 46.87% | +6.91% | #25 |
| 2013 | 39.96% | −4.17% | #10 |
| 2012 | 44.13% | −4.49% | #18 |
| 2011 | 48.62% | +5.10% | #25 |
Detected Pattern
Analysis
Guinea-Bissau matched the Fiscal Dominance Trap pattern in 2008. Historically, 72% of countries showing this pattern (278 out of 386) saw trade openness improve within 24 months. View full analysis →
Frequently Asked Questions
Guinea-Bissau's trade openness was 38.80% in 2025. Ranked 168th globally. This represents a 0.0% decrease from the previous year.
Guinea-Bissau's trade openness peaked at 69.49% in 1997.
The lowest trade openness in Guinea-Bissau was 31.13% in 1975.
Guinea-Bissau ranks 168th globally in trade openness as of 2025.
The World Bank indicator code is NE.TRD.GNFS.ZS. Data sourced from World Bank.
Guinea-Bissau's trade openness is projected to reach 38.80% by 2025 based on trend extrapolation.
The trade openness of Guinea-Bissau in 2025 was 38.80%. This ranks 168th in the world.
Cite this page
@misc{historysaid_guinea-bissau_trade-openness,
title = {Guinea-Bissau Trade Openness},
url = {https://historysaid.com/guinea-bissau/trade-openness/},
publisher = {HistorySaid},
year = {2026}
}