DHAKA, Nov 11, 2024 (BSS) - Bangladesh Bank (BB) has allowed the import of 11 
essential commodities on up to 90 days credit to ensure their smooth supply 
and reasonable prices during the next Ramadan. 
 
"In order to maintain the price at reasonable level and smooth supply of 
necessary food items during the holy month of Ramadan, it has been decided to 
allow import of rice, wheat, onion, pulse, edible oil, sugar, egg, chickpea, 
pea, spices and dates on usance terms on up to 90 days under 
supplier's/buyer's credit," said a BB circular issued today.
 
The BB said the benefit will remain valid until March 31 next year.