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Trade SEZ Reforms: Commerce Ministry Calls Stakeholders' Meet on June 30 to Discuss Policy Overhaul
India's Commerce Ministry is convening a stakeholders' meeting on June 30 to discuss a policy overhaul of Special Economic Zones (SEZs), according to a Times of India report. The meeting aims to gather input from industry participants and government officials. No further details on the reform proposals have been disclosed.
Trade Indian envoy holds talks with senior Chinese commerce ministry official on trade ties
India's Ambassador to China, Doraiswami, met Wang Liping, Director General of the Department of Asian Affairs at China's Ministry of Commerce, to discuss trade and commercial cooperation. The meeting comes as bilateral trade reached $151.1 billion in FY2025-26, with India's trade deficit widening to an all-time high of $112.6 billion.
Trade Exports Up 15% Despite 50% US Tariffs, Says Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal
Commerce and industry minister Piyush Goyal reported that India's exports grew 15% in the period covering April, May, and the first 14 days of June, despite the US imposing 50% tariffs. May exports reached a six-month high of $45.2 billion. Bilateral trade negotiations with the US are slated for June 23-24 in Delhi, focusing on finalising a framework deal.
Regulations & Compliance Commerce Ministry Escalates Anti-Dumping Duty Rejection Issue
The Commerce Ministry has raised concerns at the highest level regarding the Finance Ministry's increasing rejection of anti-dumping duty recommendations by the Directorate General of Trade Remedies (DGTR). The rejection rate has surged to 81% from November 2025 to April 2026, impacting domestic industries.
Trade India's Commerce Ministry Launches FTA Workshops Nationwide
India's Commerce Ministry will conduct workshops nationwide to educate businesses on Free Trade Agreements (FTAs). The initiative aims to maximize the benefits of five operational FTAs, including a new pact with Oman effective June 1.