Archive · 7 Jan 2026
Bangladesh unrest and global glut hit Indian onion exports
Indian onion exporters are facing a tough time.
Bangladesh, which is a big buyer, is not importing due to political problems.
Other countries like Saudi Arabia and Indonesia are either growing their own onions or have limited quotas.
Pakistan is also selling onions at lower prices, making it hard for India to compete.
Additionally, there is a shortage of containers for shipping, and the cost of shipping is high.
All these factors are making it difficult for Indian onion exporters to sell their produce.
Political instability in Bangladesh has halted onion exports to the neighboring country.
Gulf markets are saturated with cargo from Iran and have become self-reliant.
Pakistan's strong crop and weaker currency are squeezing India's export prospects.
Pricing pressures and poor export practices are hurting Indian onion shipments.
Shortage of containers and high freight costs are eroding exporters' margins.
- Who
- Indian onion exporters
- What
- Decline in onion exports due to political instability in Bangladesh and global market saturation
- When
- January 7, 2026
- Where
- India, Bangladesh, Gulf, Saudi Arabia, Indonesia, Malaysia, Pakistan
- Why
- Political instability in Bangladesh, global market saturation, pricing pressures, and container shortages
- Country
- India
- Affected Markets
- Bangladesh, Gulf, Saudi Arabia, Indonesia, Malaysia, Pakistan
- Current Viable Market
- Malaysia
- Freight Cost to Port Klang
- $550
- Impact of Pakistani Currency
- Weaker, hurting Indian exports
- Container Availability
- Shortage, may worsen post-Chinese New Year