The supply of soybean oil will return to normal within the next two days, said Commerce Adviser Sheikh Bashiruddin.

He made the remark while speaking to journalists on Monday (March 3) after visiting Mohammadpur Town Hall kitchen market to assess market conditions. Industries Ministry Adviser Adilur Rahman Khan was also present.

In response to a question about the supply situation, the commerce adviser said there is no shortage of essential commodities. However, soybean oil supply is slightly low. He expressed optimism that the situation would improve from today.

Regarding the price increase, he said that while soybean oil is being sold at higher prices, palm oil is being sold Tk 25 lower than the government-set price.

He hopes soybean oil prices will also come down soon.

Commerce Ministry Secretary Mahbubur Rahman, Industries Ministry Secretary Md. Obaidur Rahman, Directorate of National Consumer Rights Protection Director General Mohammad Alim Akhtar Khan, and BSTI official S.M. Ferdous Alam were also present.

BDST: 1840 HRS, March 03, 2025
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