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INDIA'S RICE EXPORT REVIVAL

India’s rice exports rebounded strongly in 2025 after the lifting of export restrictions, rising nearly 20% to around 21.55 million tonnes, close to a historic high. Non-basmati rice led the surge due to strong demand from Asia and Africa, while basmati exports reached a record level driven by premium markets in West Asia and Europe. Competitive pricing and ample domestic production helped India regain global market share, lower international rice prices, and strengthen its role in global food security, even as challenges of domestic price stability and sustainability remain.