Mon Oct 21 05:40:05 UTC 2024: – Russia exported a record 3.8 million tonnes of wheat to Bangladesh in the last fiscal year, as reported by Russian Ambassador Alexander Mantytskiy.
– This marks a 1.8 times increase in Russian grain supplies to Bangladesh compared to the previous year.
– In addition to wheat, Russia has begun supplying dry milk and lentils to Bangladesh, alongside traditional exports like dry peas and mustard seeds.
– Mantytskiy criticized allegations from certain groups that falsely claim Russian grain is of low quality and is involved in corruption.
– In 2024, Russia has exported 30.8 million tonnes of grain globally, a 12% increase from the previous year, with growing exports to the Global South, including Bangladesh.
– He highlighted the negative impact of the Ukraine conflict and Western sanctions on global food security, affecting South Asia, including Bangladesh.
– Mantytskiy emphasized the importance of Russian mineral fertilizers for global food security, stating Russia holds a 5% share of the global market and supports agricultural production for 1.5 billion people.

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