West Bank and Gaza Trade Openness
Trade as % of GDP NE.TRD.GNFS.ZS
West Bank and Gaza's trade openness was 87.07% in 2025, ranked 97th globally. This represents a 7.1% increase from 2024. Data from World Bank, covering 1994–2025.
Overview
West Bank and Gaza's trade openness stood at 87.07% in 2025, a rise of +5.76% from 2024. Based on recent trends, this figure is projected to reach 87.07% by 2025. West Bank and Gaza ranked 97th globally.
West Bank and Gaza’s trade openness measured by the sum of exports and imports relative to GDP stood at 87.07 in 2025, placing the economy at 97th position worldwide. The indicator has fluctuated modestly over the 32‑year series, rising from an early level of 86.46 in 1994 to a historic high of 96.35 in 1999 before falling to a low of 65.42 during the 2016 downturn, reflecting the combined impact of restricted market access and periodic political disruptions. Since the trough, openness has rebounded steadily, narrowing the gap with peers such as Guinea (87.14) and Norway (88.53) while remaining slightly above Paraguay (85.34). The gradual recovery suggests that continued improvements in border management and integration into regional supply chains could sustain the upward trajectory, although any escalation of conflict or further restrictions on movement would likely reverse the trend.
Data & projection
| Year | Trade Openness | YoY change | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2027* trend | 93.97% | - | - |
| 2026* trend | 90.52% | - | - |
| 2025* trend | 87.07% | - | - |
| 2025 | 87.07% | +5.76% | #97 |
| 2024 | 81.31% | +1.78% | #78 |
| 2023 | 79.53% | −2.86% | #76 |
| 2022 | 82.39% | +9.31% | #81 |
| 2021 | 73.08% | +5.80% | #80 |
| 2020 | 67.29% | −1.71% | #84 |
| 2019 | 68.99% | −2.41% | #74 |
| 2018 | 71.40% | +2.95% | #75 |
| 2017 | 68.45% | +3.03% | #75 |
| 2016 | 65.42% | −5.36% | #71 |
| 2015 | 70.78% | +3.04% | #79 |
| 2014 | 67.74% | +1.47% | #67 |
| 2013 | 66.27% | −0.66% | #66 |
| 2012 | 66.93% | −0.32% | #58 |
| 2011 | 67.25% | −1.25% | #60 |
Detected Pattern
Analysis
West Bank and Gaza matched the Export Boom Cycle pattern in 2008. Historically, 71% of countries showing this pattern (546 out of 768) saw trade openness improve within 24 months. View full analysis →
Frequently Asked Questions
West Bank and Gaza's trade openness was 87.07% in 2025. Ranked 97th globally. This represents a 7.1% increase from the previous year.
West Bank and Gaza's trade openness peaked at 96.35% in 1999.
The lowest trade openness in West Bank and Gaza was 65.42% in 2016.
West Bank and Gaza ranks 97th globally in trade openness as of 2025.
The World Bank indicator code is NE.TRD.GNFS.ZS. Data sourced from World Bank.
West Bank and Gaza's trade openness is projected to reach 87.07% by 2025 based on trend extrapolation.
The trade openness of West Bank and Gaza in 2025 was 87.07%. This ranks 97th in the world.
Cite this page
@misc{historysaid_west-bank-and-gaza_trade-openness,
title = {West Bank and Gaza Trade Openness},
url = {https://historysaid.com/west-bank-and-gaza/trade-openness/},
publisher = {HistorySaid},
year = {2026}
}