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Eel exports drive 223% surge in Bangladesh's live fish shipments

Bangladesh has seen a 223% increase in live fish exports, primarily fueled by strong international demand for eel.

TBS Bangladesh ยท 29 August 2026, 7:35 AM

While domestic consumption of eel remains low, exporters report that robust international demand has opened significant opportunities for the sector. The surge in live fish exports, which reached 223%, is largely attributed to the shipment of eel collected from natural sources.