Kiribati Exports
Exports of goods and services BX.GSR.GNFS.CD
Kiribati's exports was $15.5M in 2025, ranked 175th globally. This represents a 0.0% increase from 2024. Data from World Bank, covering 1979–2025.
Overview
Kiribati's exports stood at $15.5M in 2025, a rise of +$1,794 from 2024. Based on recent trends, this figure is projected to reach $15.5M by 2025. Kiribati ranked 175th globally.
Kiribati’s export performance has been volatile over the 36‑year series, falling from a high of 34,332,567.84 in 2016 to a low of 6,923,497.04 in 1987 before stabilising at 15,486,127.30 in 2025, placing the nation 175th in the world rankings. The sharp decline after the 2016 peak reflects the combined impact of limited diversification, exposure to climate‑related disruptions and modest demand for its primary commodities, chiefly fish and copra. By contrast, regional peer Timor‑Leste recorded exports of 22,291,833.87, while Palau’s figure stood at 12,539,600.00, underscoring Kiribati’s intermediate position within the Pacific bloc. The early‑year trough coincided with global commodity price slumps and reduced tourism flows, whereas the 2016 surge aligned with temporary increases in fish catches and favorable trade terms. Looking ahead, incremental improvements in fisheries management, investment in renewable‑energy‑linked processing and stronger regional trade agreements could reverse the recent downtrend and lift export volumes toward previous peaks.
Data & projection
| Year | Exports | YoY change | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2027* trend | $14.5M | - | - |
| 2026* trend | $15.0M | - | - |
| 2025* trend | $15.5M | - | - |
| 2025 | $15.5M | +$1,794 | #175 |
| 2024 | $15.5M | −$1.6M | #151 |
| 2023 | $17.1M | −$3.5M | #172 |
| 2022 | $20.6M | +$9.8M | #177 |
| 2021 | $10.8M | −$10.5M | #179 |
| 2020 | $21.2M | −$11.3M | #181 |
| 2019 | $32.5M | +$13.4M | #182 |
| 2018 | $19.2M | −$10.3M | #181 |
| 2017 | $29.4M | −$4.9M | #182 |
| 2016 | $34.3M | +$7.6M | #185 |
| 2015 | $26.7M | +$2.6M | #185 |
| 2014 | $24.1M | +$1.8M | #186 |
| 2013 | $22.3M | −$4.1M | #183 |
| 2012 | $26.4M | +$620,612 | #184 |
| 2011 | $25.8M | +$6.7M | #184 |
Analysis
Kiribati's exports was $15.5M in 2025, a rise of +$1,794 from 2024. Based on trends, estimated $15.5M by 2025.
Frequently Asked Questions
Kiribati's exports was $15.5M in 2025. Ranked 175th globally. This represents a 0.0% increase from the previous year.
Kiribati's exports peaked at $34.3M in 2016.
The lowest exports in Kiribati was $6.9M in 1987.
Kiribati ranks 175th globally in exports as of 2025.
The World Bank indicator code is BX.GSR.GNFS.CD. Data sourced from World Bank.
Kiribati's exports is projected to reach $15.5M by 2025 based on trend extrapolation.
Kiribati's exports was approximately 15.49 million ($15.5M) in 2025.
The exports of Kiribati in 2025 was $15.5M. This ranks 175th in the world.
Cite this page
@misc{historysaid_kiribati_exports,
title = {Kiribati Exports},
url = {https://historysaid.com/kiribati/exports/},
publisher = {HistorySaid},
year = {2026}
}