Ban on wheat exports as food security under threat

India prohibited wheat exports that the world was counting on to alleviate supply constraints sparked by thewar in Ukraine, saying that the food security of the nation is under threat. Exports will still be allowed to countries that require wheat for food security needs and based on the requests of their governments, India’s Directorate General of Foreign Trade said in a notification dated May 13. All other new shipments will be banned with immediate effect.