On Wednesday, the government announced its approval for the export of 1,034,800 metric tons of non-basmati white rice to seven countries, which include Nepal, Cameroon, and Malaysia. This export authorization is facilitated through the National Cooperative Exports Limited (NCEL), as stated in a notification by the Directorate General of Foreign Trade (DGFT).
While a ban on non-basmati white rice exports was implemented on July 20 to enhance domestic supply, exceptions are made to permit exports to specific countries upon government approval, primarily to fulfill their food security requirements and upon request.
“Export of non-basmati white rice… to Nepal, Cameroon, Cote D’ Ivore, Guinea, Malaysia, Philippines, and Seychelles is notified,” it said.
The allocated quantities for the respective countries are as follows: Nepal (95,000 tonnes), Cameroon (190,000 tonnes), Cote D’ Ivore (142,000 tonnes), Guinea (142,000 tonnes), Malaysia (170,000 tonnes), Philippines (295,000 tonnes), and Seychelles (800 tonnes).