3 thsd tons of Ukrainian sunflower oil arrive to aid refugees in Bangladesh

aid will support the Bangladeshi government’s humanitarian operations for the Rohingya with the assistance of WFP and partner organizations. The Grain from Ukraine initiative, launched by the Government of Ukraine in 2022, aims to provide Ukrainian food commodities for international humanitarian crises. The sunflower oil for the Rohingya was produced in Ukraine, with procurement and transportation costs totaling USD 7 million covered by Sweden. The ceremony was held at WFP’s logistics hub in Modhurchara, Cox’s Bazar. Participants highlighted the importance of cooperation and support for the Rohingya. Md. Mostafizur Rahman, Secretary of the Ministry of Disaster Management and Relief (MoDMR) of Bangladesh, emphasized that the aid will strengthen food security for the refugees and reflects a partnership grounded in humanity and shared responsibility. Government and WFP representatives stressed that the handover is not only a humanitarian gesture but also an expression of friendship ...