India increases urea imports from Egypt, Algeria, Nigeria and Georgia
India sharply raised urea imports from Egypt, Algeria, Nigeria and Georgia as the West Asia war disrupted traditional trade routes. The shift comes even as a rising subsidy bill and a weaker monsoon forecast pressure India's broader fertilizer supply chain.
India has increased its urea imports from Egypt, Algeria, Nigeria, and Georgia, as the ongoing war in West Asia has disrupted trade flows from traditional suppliers in the region, according to commerce ministry data. The move comes as the country seeks to secure its fertilizer supply amid the geopolitical tensions. This development highlights India's reliance on alternative sources to maintain its agricultural sector, especially as the country faces challenges in meeting its domestic demand for urea.
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