Record $10.63 Billion Fuel Import Bill Hits Bangladesh

Bangladesh's fuel import bill hit a record $10.63 billion in FY26, accounting for over 14% of the country's total merchandise import bill.

The increase far outpaced overall import growth, with the total import bill rising 10.1% to $75.24 billion from $68.35 billion in FY25.

The higher demand and prices drove the increase, said energy expert M Tamim, warning that the fuel import bill could rise further if global oil prices remain elevated.