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World MSME Day: Global trade risks weigh on MSMEs; industry seeks competitiveness-focused reformsIndian MSMEs are urging a policy overhaul to boost global competitiveness, citing challenges from geopolitical shifts and supply chain disr...
India's export ambitions need more than infrastructure, says BCBAAs India pursues its economic ambitions, the customs and logistics ecosystem will play a pivotal role in enhancing trade competitiveness an...
Electronics, pharma and engineering goods lead India's FTA dividend as export engine shifts gearsIndia's electronics sector is poised for significant growth, potentially becoming a manufacturing and export powerhouse. Free Trade Agreeme...
India's FTAs set stage for $1 trillion export target: ReportIndia's new generation of Free Trade Agreements can act as a catalyst for manufacturing expansion, private capex revival and supply-chain i...
India steers boat through a risky channel between war clouds and El NinoIndia faces a challenging global economic outlook for 2026-27. Geopolitical tensions and volatile oil prices are key concerns. However, Ind...
Engineering Goods exports stay positive despite West Asia crisis, rise 9% in April,2026While most regions saw gains, WANA and ASEAN experienced declines. The industry emphasizes addressing non-tariff barriers to maximize FTA b...
UK’s steel curbs emerge as an early hurdle for FTA with India ahead of roll-out. Is there a way out?The UK has extended safeguard measures on select steel imports; starting from July 1, 2026, it will reduce tariff-free quotas by 60% and im...
India's economy resilient amid external shocks, says SitharamanIndia's economy shows resilience and strong domestic demand. Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman highlighted that external factors are caus...
India’s BRICS presidency: Beyond trade and investment narrativesIndia's upcoming BRICS presidency in 2026 presents a key chance to foster global stability. Discussions highlight the need for practical co...
The $138 bn buffer: India’s most visible export can rescue the rupeeIndia is considering a policy push to accelerate overseas deployment of skilled workers as part of a broader strategy to support the rupee ...
India Inc must move beyond protectionism to become global manufacturing hub: Niti Aayog's Rajiv GaubaNiti Aayog member Rajiv Gauba emphasized the government's commitment to trust-based governance reforms, focusing on granular changes at sta...
Reforms will continue; industry needs to spend more on R&D, shed protectionist instinct: NITI MemberNITI Aayog Member Rajiv Gauba urged Indian industry to boost R&D investment and shed protectionism to become a global production hub. He em...
Plurilaterals without guardrails can fragment trading system: ExpertsGlobal trade volumes are growing despite concerns about the WTO. Experts discussed reforming the WTO's rules and governance. They highlight...
Sun Pharma deal: Perception changer for Indian pharma sector? 10 pharma stocks with upside potential of up to 38%The Indian pharma sector made its initial global forays almost a quarter century ago. Companies sought out markets abroad, learnt to deal w...
India, Korea can give new direction to multilateralism amid mounting challenges: South Korean Prez LeeSouth Korean President Lee Jae Myung envisions a strengthened special strategic partnership with India, focusing on trade, technology, crit...
View: Getting out of a diplomatic snafu over ecommerceIndia's increasing protectionist policies risk escalating trade tensions with the US, particularly in the booming e-commerce sector. Local ...
View: This is no time for India to turn away from tradeWhile it may be hard for India to rejoin RCEP, there are other free-trade agreements worth exploring. One with the European Union is overdu...
RCEP did not adequately address India's concerns, will review ASEAN FTA: Piyush GoyalPrime Minister Narendra Modi took the call of not joining the RCEP agreement on November 4 in Bangkok, as India's concerns were not address...
US to review 3,500 Indian exports getting duty free accessIndia is the largest beneficiary of the GSP among developing countries at $5.6 billion with 3,500 products getting duty-free access to the ...
- China joins India in opposing protectionism
China on Wednesday joined India in opposing protectionism, saying it is detrimental to the "recovery and growth " of global economy which i...