In a momentous development, the Indian government has granted approval for the export of 1.34 million tonnes of Non-Basmati White Rice to seven countries. This pivotal decision, authorized by the Directorate General of Foreign Trade (DGFT), paves the way for the allocation of export quotas to these nations. Notably, the Philippines emerges as the primary recipient, set to receive the largest share of this essential staple. The responsibility for executing these exports is entrusted to the National Cooperative Export Limited. Here is the breakdown of allocated quotas to the recipient countries:
- The Philippines will import a substantial quota of up to 295,000 metric tonnes of non-Basmati white rice.
- Cameroon secures an allocation of 190,000 metric tonnes.
- Malaysia is slated to import up to 170,000 metric tonnes of this staple.
- Both Cote D’Ivoire and the Republic of Guinea will each receive an allocation of 142,000 metric tonnes.
- Nepal is set to benefit from an allocation of 95,000 metric tonnes.
- Seychelles will be supplied with 800 metric tonnes of this vital food commodity.