Nepal has accelerated fertiliser imports from India to address an emerging supply crunch driven by rising global prices and tightening availability. The move comes as international fertiliser markets remain volatile, with costs climbing due to supply disruptions, higher energy prices, and ongoing geopolitical tensions affecting key exporting regions.
Officials in Nepal have turned to India as a reliable and geographically proximate supplier to ensure timely availability of essential nutrients ahead of critical planting seasons. The increased imports are aimed at stabilising domestic supply and preventing potential impacts on agricultural productivity, which remains highly dependent on fertiliser access.
The development underscores Nepal’s growing reliance on regional partnerships to mitigate global market shocks. It also reflects broader trends across South Asia, where countries are seeking to secure fertiliser supplies through bilateral arrangements amid uncertain global trade conditions.