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Bangladesh: World Bank Provides $1.1 Billion Emergency Support to Safeguard Food Security, Livelihoods
By World Bank 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 assistance in mitigating the impact of global market volatility on vulnerable economies. Bangladesh's heavy reliance on imported fertilizers, with over 85% of its requirements coming from abroad, makes it particularly susceptible to price fluctuations. The timing of the support is crucial, as the Aman and Boro rice seasons are essential to the country's food security, accounting for about 90% of total rice production. The World Bank's financing will help stabilize the livelihoods of smallholder farmers and protect the jobs of those employed in the agriculture sector, which accounts for half of the population. The dual-pronged approach, combining support for fertilizer imports with cash transfers and livelihood assistance, demonstrates a comprehensive understanding of the interconnected challenges facing Bangladesh's economy and population. This response will be closely watched as a model for addressing similar crises in other developing countries.
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Category: disaster Published: June 29, 2026 Source: ReliefWeb Reading time: 2 min
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