The government will import 60,000 metric tons (MT) of bulk granular urea fertiliser from Saudi Arabia and Qatar.

The Adviser Council Committee on Government Purchase, in a meeting with Finance Adviser Dr Salehuddin Ahmed in the chair on Wednesday, approved two separate proposals in this regard.

After the meeting, Dr Salehuddin told reporters that after the end of Amon season, Boro season will need the most fertiliser.

“We hope that there will be no shortage of fertilisers and foodstuffs. Our stock is also adequate. we will get more fertiliser,” he added.

As per the proposal, 30,000 MT of bulk granular urea fertilizer will be imported from Saudi Arabia at a cost of Tk 118.01 crore with each metric ton costing $327.83.

The remaining 30,000 MT of bulk granular urea fertiliser will be imported from Qatar through a state agreement. The import will cost Tk 118.01 crore with each metric ton costing $327.83.