India’s export ban on onions has driven up prices for Asian buyers. Traditional buyers are scrambling for cheaper alternatives as India is unlikely to lift the curbs before next year’s elections. The ban has affected retail shoppers in Colombo and other Asian countries, who rely on Indian imports to bridge domestic gaps. India’s shorter shipment times compared to rival exporters are crucial for preserving the taste of onions. Traders estimate that India accounts for over half of all onion imports by Asian countries.
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