The MV Clipper Isadora, carrying 57,203 metric tonnes of wheat from the United States, has arrived off the coast of Chattogram Port. The Ministry of Food confirmed the arrival in a press release on Monday, 19 January.
This shipment marks the second consignment under Bangladesh’s government-to-government (G2G) wheat import programme from the United States. The total contract entails the import of 220,000 metric tonnes of wheat under a cash purchase agreement, following a memorandum of understanding (MoU) signed between the two governments.
The first consignment, comprising 56,890 metric tonnes, was delivered earlier, laying the foundation for the current batch. Of the 57,203 metric tonnes now delivered, 34,320 metric tonnes are scheduled for discharge at Chattogram Port, while the remaining 22,443 metric tonnes will be unloaded at Mongla Port.
| Shipment | Quantity (Metric Tonnes) | Port of Discharge |
|---|---|---|
| First Consignment | 56,890 | Chattogram & Mongla |
| Second Consignment | 57,203 | Chattogram: 34,320 Mongla: 22,443 |
| Total Imported So Far | 114,093 | — |
The Ministry of Food stated that sample testing of the wheat has already commenced on board the vessel. Once the results of these tests are verified, arrangements for swift unloading and distribution will be implemented to ensure timely delivery to storage facilities.
According to officials, the G2G import initiative aims to stabilise domestic wheat supplies, support local flour mills, and ensure adequate food security for the country. The programme is particularly significant in maintaining a steady supply of staple grains amid fluctuating global market conditions.
The remaining shipments under the current contract will continue to arrive in phases, gradually fulfilling the total 220,000 metric tonnes target agreed upon by both governments. Analysts suggest that this collaboration not only strengthens bilateral trade relations but also provides Bangladesh with a reliable source of high-quality wheat at competitive prices.
With the second consignment now docked and testing underway, Bangladesh is one step closer to achieving its planned wheat import objectives for the first quarter of the year.