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Bangladesh: World Bank Provides $1.1 Billion Emergency Support to Safeguard Food Security, Livelihoods
By World Bank at ReliefWeb
· June 29, 2026
· 2 min read
.1 billion for two projects to help Bangladesh mitigate the price and supply volatility in the global fertilizer and fuel markets, sustain food security, and enable rapid response. “Rising food, fertilizer, and fuel prices stemming from the Middle East Conflict, along with tighter fiscal space have
Key takeaway ” The Emergency Support for Food Security Project($300 million) will provide time-bound financing to help Bangladesh import fertilizers critical for the Aman and Boro seasons in July–October 2026 and October 2026–April 2027, respectively.
Why this matters
The World Bank's emergency support to Bangladesh highlights the critical role of international aid in safeguarding food security and livelihoods in vulnerable economies. Bangladesh's heavy reliance on imported fertilizers, with over 85% of its requirements being met through imports, makes it particularly susceptible to global market fluctuations. The timing of the support is crucial, as the Aman and Boro rice seasons account for approximately 90% of the country's total rice production, and any disruption in fertilizer supply would have far-reaching consequences for food security and employment. The World Bank's provision of $1.1 billion in emergency support will help mitigate the impact of rising fertilizer and fuel prices, enabling Bangladesh to import critical fertilizers and sustain essential services. This support will be closely watched, as it has the potential to stabilize incomes and preserve jobs in the agriculture sector, which employs nearly half of the population.
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Category: disaster ·
Published: June 29, 2026 ·
Source: ReliefWeb ·
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