Philippines Trade Openness
Trade as % of GDP NE.TRD.GNFS.ZS
Philippines's trade openness was 71.29% in 2025, ranked 114th globally. This represents a 8.2% increase from 2024. Data from World Bank, covering 1981–2025.
Overview
Philippines's trade openness stood at 71.29% in 2025, a rise of +5.40% from 2024. Based on recent trends, this figure is projected to reach 71.29% by 2025. Philippines ranked 114th globally.
The Philippines recorded a trade openness ratio of 71.29 in 2025, ranking 114th globally, according to World Bank data. This indicator, which measures the sum of exports and imports as a percentage of GDP, has fluctuated significantly over the past 45 years, rising from 35.27 in 1981 to an all-time peak of 87.57 in 2003 before moderating in subsequent decades. The lowest point was observed in 1982 at 32.18, reflecting constrained external trade during a period of economic instability. In 2025, the Philippines’ trade openness was slightly below that of peer country Tajikistan at 74.48 but above South Africa’s 69.23, indicating a moderately open economy relative to comparable nations. The trajectory has been shaped by industrialization efforts, export-oriented policies, and global demand for electronics and services. While the 2003 peak suggests a high integration into global value chains at that time, the recent figure indicates a more tempered reliance on trade. Future increases in openness may depend on regional trade agreements, infrastructure development, and diversification of export sectors.
Data & projection
| Year | Trade Openness | YoY change | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2027* trend | 75.16% | - | - |
| 2026* trend | 73.22% | - | - |
| 2025* trend | 71.29% | - | - |
| 2025 | 71.29% | +5.40% | #114 |
| 2024 | 65.89% | −1.53% | #60 |
| 2023 | 67.42% | −5.01% | #62 |
| 2022 | 72.43% | +8.95% | #68 |
| 2021 | 63.48% | +5.32% | #66 |
| 2020 | 58.17% | −10.67% | #64 |
| 2019 | 68.84% | −3.32% | #72 |
| 2018 | 72.16% | +4.00% | #78 |
| 2017 | 68.17% | +6.39% | #73 |
| 2016 | 61.78% | +2.63% | #64 |
| 2015 | 59.14% | +1.67% | #59 |
| 2014 | 57.47% | +1.64% | #46 |
| 2013 | 55.82% | −2.02% | #40 |
| 2012 | 57.84% | −2.95% | #42 |
| 2011 | 60.80% | −5.31% | #50 |
Detected Pattern
Analysis
Philippines matched the Export Boom Cycle pattern in 2012. Historically, 71% of countries showing this pattern (546 out of 768) saw trade openness improve within 24 months. View full analysis →
Frequently Asked Questions
Philippines's trade openness was 71.29% in 2025. Ranked 114th globally. This represents a 8.2% increase from the previous year.
Philippines's trade openness peaked at 87.57% in 2003.
The lowest trade openness in Philippines was 32.18% in 1982.
Philippines ranks 114th globally in trade openness as of 2025.
The World Bank indicator code is NE.TRD.GNFS.ZS. Data sourced from World Bank.
Philippines's trade openness is projected to reach 71.29% by 2025 based on trend extrapolation.
The trade openness of Philippines in 2025 was 71.29%. This ranks 114th in the world.
Cite this page
@misc{historysaid_philippines_trade-openness,
title = {Philippines Trade Openness},
url = {https://historysaid.com/philippines/trade-openness/},
publisher = {HistorySaid},
year = {2026}
}