The latest India duty drawback revision provides a significant financial boost to apparel exporters with increased rates and value caps. Furthermore, the update specifically targets high-growth areas like cotton T-shirts and babies’ garments.

The EU carbon border tariff officially entered its transition phase in October 2023, requiring importers to report carbon emissions. Furthermore, this landmark move aims to prevent carbon leakage and promote greener technologies worldwide.

ETDA trade digitisation reached a new peak as LogChain and Fort Vale successfully completed the first fully paperless shipment from the UK to Singapore. Furthermore, this landmark move used a complete suite of digital logistics documents, proving that end-to-end supply chain transparency is now possible.

The Egypt-UAE currency swap agreement creates a robust framework for direct trade in local currencies. Furthermore, this strategic move helps Egypt manage foreign exchange shortages by reducing its reliance on the US dollar.

Engineering exports to the UAE and Australia increased by 9 per cent due to successful FTAs. Furthermore, shipments to Russia saw a significant 178 per cent surge. Consequently, while overall global demand remains tepid, these strategic trade agreements help Indian exporters navigate a nosedive in traditional markets like the United States.

The Electronic Trade Documents Act is now legally in effect, providing paperless documents with the same standing as physical ones. Furthermore, early transactions by major banks prove the system’s efficiency and potential for cost savings.

The Global Biofuel Alliance was officially launched during the G20 Summit in New Delhi to accelerate the adoption of sustainable energy. Furthermore, the event saw the announcement of the India-Middle East-Europe Economic Corridor, a major trade project.

The African Union G20 membership marks a historic expansion of the world’s premier economic forum. Furthermore, this inclusion provides the continent with a permanent seat at the table of global governance.

The India-UK FTA negotiations are reaching a critical phase as both nations close 19 out of 26 chapters. Furthermore, Ministers Goyal and Badenoch emphasize a commitment to a balanced and equitable trade agreement.

The TradeTrust eBL framework has successfully powered the first live digital trade transaction between Singapore and India. Furthermore, this milestone demonstrates how interoperable electronic Bills of Lading can streamline Letter of Credit processes.