On March 27, 2026, a significant shipment of 62,150 metric tons of US wheat from the United States arrived at the outer anchorage of Chittagong Port, Bangladesh. This delivery is part of a government-to-government (G2G) agreement aimed at strengthening Bangladesh’s food security.
This consignment marks the second shipment under the current deal, following an earlier delivery of 58,457 metric tons. According to the Ministry of Food, the wheat is currently undergoing sampling and testing, with efforts underway to ensure prompt unloading.
Out of the total shipment, 37,290 metric tons will be discharged at Chittagong port, while the remaining 24,860 metric tons will be unloaded at Mongla port. Bangladesh has previously imported 467,884 metric tons of wheat under similar G2G arrangements, highlighting the country’s reliance on foreign wheat to meet its annual demand of approximately 7 million metric tons.
The gap between domestic production, which stands at about 1 million tons, and the country’s total wheat requirement underscores the importance of such international agreements. Looking ahead, this partnership with the United States may lead to further collaborations to address food security challenges.
Published in SouthAsianDesk, March 28, 2026
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