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Trade Policy
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India is actively pursuing a multi-faceted trade strategy amid ongoing geopolitical uncertainties. Recent developments highlight efforts to bolster export support through extensions of the RELIEF scheme addressing maritime disruptions in West Asia, alongside advocating for food security as a non-weaponized resource within the G20 framework. Simultaneously, India is deepening trade relationships through the entry into force of the India-New Zealand FTA, offering duty-free access for 100% of Indian exports, and launching negotiations to expand the India-MERCOSUR agreement. These initiatives, coupled with a nationwide drive to maximize FTA utilization and the introduction of an Open API for Certificates of Origin, signal a proactive approach to strengthening India’s position in the global trading landscape and fostering economic resilience.
Government Extends RELIEF Scheme for Exporters
Commerce Ministry extends RELIEF scheme timelines to 30 September 2026 amid West Asia maritime disruptions.
Component II provides 95% ECGC risk coverage for container shipments excluding energy throug
Piyush Goyal at G20 Reaffirms Food Security Commitment
Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal participated in the G20 Trade Ministers' Meeting, highlighting India's food security measures for 1.4 billion citizens.
Goyal stressed that food must not be used as a we
Piyush Goyal Attends G20 Trade Ministers Meeting Milwaukee
Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal arrived in Milwaukee to attend the G20 Trade Ministers' Meeting.
Goyal interacted with US manufacturing and tech CEOs at a National Association of Manufacturers roundtab
OCCL Limited Anti-Dumping Duty Absorption Review Final Findings
DGTR concluded anti-dumping duty on Insoluble Sulphur from China PR was absorbed and ineffective, recommending duty increase from USD 307 to USD 485 per MT.
The modified anti-dumping duty is recommend
Piyush Goyal US Visit for G20 Trade Ministers Meeting
Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal visits US from Sep 29-Oct 5, 2026 for G20 Trade Ministers Meeting in Milwaukee.
India aims to advance rules-based multilateral trading system with WTO at core during G20
CTIL Hosts WTO Fisheries Subsidies Implementation Webinar
CTIL organized a webinar on WTO Fisheries Subsidies Agreement implementation challenges and ongoing negotiations.
Experts emphasized need for reliable fisheries data, monitoring systems, and technical
CTIL Hosts WTO Fisheries Subsidies Implementation Webinar
CTIL organized a webinar on WTO Fisheries Subsidies Agreement implementation challenges and ongoing negotiations.
Experts emphasized need for reliable fisheries data, monitoring systems, and technical
India Proposes BRICS Women-Led Trade Expansion Initiatives
Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal proposed four initiatives to boost women-led enterprises in BRICS trade, including a common trade platform and Women's Advancement Fund.
India reported 15% merchandise e
India-New Zealand FTA Enters Force October 2026
India-New Zealand Free Trade Agreement enters force on October 20, 2026, eliminating tariffs on 100% of India's exports immediately.
New Zealand commits to facilitate $20 billion investment in Indian
Government Exempts RCMC for Exports Up to ₹3 Lakh
DGFT amended Foreign Trade Policy to exempt RCMC requirement for export consignments with FOB value up to ₹3 lakh.
Exemption aims to reduce compliance burden for MSMEs, first-time exporters, and facil
India-Thailand Ministers Discuss Trade Enhancement, AITIGA Review
Commerce Ministers Piyush Goyal and Suphajee Suthumpun met to strengthen India-Thailand economic partnership through enhanced trade and investment.
Both sides discussed advancing the review of ASEAN-I
India-New Zealand FTA Grants 100% Duty-Free Access
New Zealand Parliament passed legislation on September 16, 2026, to implement the India-New Zealand Free Trade Agreement signed in April 2026.
The FTA provides duty-free access for 100% of Indian expo
India Proposes Security, Connectivity, Opportunity at SCO Trade Meeting
India outlined three pillars of Security, Connectivity and Opportunity for SCO trade cooperation at the 25th ministerial meeting in Tajikistan.
The meeting adopted a 2026-2030 Action Plan for multilat
India-MERCOSUR Sign Protocol for Electronic Origin Certificates
India and MERCOSUR signed First Additional Protocol to enable electronic Certificates of Origin under existing PTA.
Protocol amends Article 16 of Annex III to grant electronic certificates same legal
India-MERCOSUR Launch Expanded Trade Agreement Negotiations
India and MERCOSUR announced launch of negotiations to expand their existing Preferential Trade Agreement.
Both sides agreed to cover new areas of mutual interest to deepen economic relations and crea
India Urges Deeper BRICS Trade and Local Currency Use
Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal called for deeper, resilient intra-BRICS trade, urging market opening and regulatory simplification.
Goyal proposed linking payment systems and promoting trade in local
India-Nepal Trade Sub-Committee Meets in New Delhi
India-Nepal Inter-Governmental Sub-Committee met on September 16-17, 2026 to discuss trade, transit, and unauthorized trade control.
Discussions covered market access, customs facilitation, standards,
Piyush Goyal Calls for Nationwide FTA Utilisation Drive
Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal launched a nationwide drive to maximize utilization of India's nine FTAs, providing access to economies worth $60 trillion GDP.
India's exports reached $317 billion in A
DGFT Launches Open API for Certificate of Origin
DGFT introduces Open API facility for Certificate of Origin applications on Trade Connect e-Platform.
Exporters can integrate ERP/accounting software with DGFT system to eliminate repetitive data entr
India-Afghanistan Joint Working Group Reviews Trade Cooperation
India and Afghanistan held a virtual Joint Working Group meeting on trade and investment to strengthen bilateral economic ties.
Key discussion areas included trade facilitation, customs cooperation, v
India-EU FTA Opens Opportunities Across Sectors
India-EU Free Trade Agreement concluded after 25 years of negotiations, creating a market of 2 billion people representing 25% of global GDP.
Trade between India and EU has doubled to nearly USD 140 b
India-EU FTA Opens Opportunities Across Sectors
India-EU Free Trade Agreement concluded after 25 years of negotiations, creating a market of 2 billion people representing 25% of global GDP.
Trade between India and EU has doubled to nearly USD 140 b
Goyal Urges Resilient Global Healthcare Supply Chains
Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal calls for resilient, globally integrated healthcare supply chains at Bharat Health Global Expo 2026.
India must move beyond generics to R&D leadership in new molecules,
India Strengthens ASEAN Agricultural Cooperation Partnerships
India held bilateral agricultural meetings with Malaysia, Timor-Leste, and Myanmar during the 9th ASEAN-India Ministerial Meeting in New Delhi.
Discussions focused on strengthening cooperation through
Gokaldas Exports 23rd AGM Approves FY26 Results
Gokaldas Exports held its 23rd AGM on September 28, 2026, to adopt FY26 financial statements and re-appoint the Chairman.
The company reported FY26 consolidated revenue of ₹4,065 crore, a 4% YoY growt
India-EU Discuss FTA Implementation, Tech Cooperation
India and EU delegation discussed implementation of India-EU Free Trade Agreement and deeper cooperation in science and technology.
Collaboration areas include AI, quantum tech, semiconductors, and a
Bharat Maritime Insurance Pool Launches with ₹13,906 Crore Coverage
India launched the Bharat Maritime Insurance Pool (BMIP) in May 2026 with ₹13,906.50 crore (USD 1.5 billion) capacity to provide domestic marine insurance coverage.
The pool offers Hull & Machinery, C
National Traders' Welfare Board Reviews GST, Digital Initiatives
NTWB 11th meeting reviewed GST rationalisation, refund delays, and amnesty schemes for trader welfare.
Discussed digital expansion with ONDC and DigiDukaan, now live for 19,000 retailers in Hyderabad/
Gokaldas Exports FY26 Revenue Rises 4% Amid Profit Decline
Gokaldas Exports reported consolidated revenue growth of 4% to ₹4,065 crore in FY26, though net profit declined 36.8% to ₹100.1 crore due to US tariff impacts and input cost pressures.
The company inv
Ashnoor Textile Mills FY26 Profit Declines 47% on US Tariffs
Company filed its Annual Report for FY 2025-26, reporting a 36% revenue decline and 47% profit drop due to US tariff disruptions affecting its principal export market.
No dividend declared for FY26; B