The Congo's trade structure continues to be heavily influenced by hydrocarbons, with exports mainly consisting of oil and related products, while imports are primarily focused on food, industrial goods, and manufactured items. According to the National Institute of Statistics (INS), exports in the second quarter of 2026 reached 1463.290 billion CFA francs (2.51 billion dollars), marking a 54.06% increase compared to the same period in 2025. This represents a 37.14% rise from the previous quarter. Crude oil remains the dominant export, accounting for 95% of all exports. Other significant exports include sawn wood, raw wood, cement, and petrochemicals. China is the leading destination for Congolese exports, followed by the Netherlands, the Republic of Korea, and Vietnam. Imports in the second quarter of 2026 rose by 6.24% to 596.640 billion CFA francs, compared to 561.576 billion CFA francs in the previous quarter, with a 5.90% annual increase. The main imported goods include edible meats and offal, tubes, pipes, and hollow profiles, as well as petroleum or bituminous mineral oils. Additional imports consist of palm oil and its derivatives, and special-purpose motor vehicles. China is the largest supplier to the Congo, followed by France, Belgium, Brazil, and Indonesia. The Congo recorded a trade surplus of 866.650 billion CFA francs (1.5 billion dollars) in the second quarter of 2026, representing a 71.48% increase from the previous quarter. To enhance trade efficiency, authorities are promoting digitalization and streamlining procedures through the Single Window for Cross-Border Operations (GUOT). A decree signed in December 2025 introduced new regulations for the GUOT, replacing the existing ones from 2014. The country is also aiming to leverage the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) to expand its commercial reach and opportunities across the continent.