Topic
curbs
Trade Exporters Urge Indian Government Not to Reimpose Onion Export Curbs Amid Price Rise
The Horticulture Produce Exporters Association (HPEA) has urged the Indian government not to impose fresh export restrictions on onions, warning that such curbs could undermine markets regained after a previous ban. Wholesale prices have risen over 42% at Lasalgaon APMC, while exports surged 40% to around 1.5 million tonnes in 2025-26.
Trade India seeks EU scrap export relief as curbs threaten trade pact gains
India is seeking relief from EU scrap export restrictions that threaten to undermine gains from a planned trade pact, as the bloc tightens controls on waste shipments and considers separate measures to limit aluminium scrap exports. India's steelmakers and recyclers warn that export curbs could tighten supply, raise costs, and disrupt supplies of aluminium, copper, and other recycled metals, fuelling competition among importing nations.
Trade China tightens curbs on foreign investments amid AI, chip tech rivalry with US
China has introduced sweeping regulations effective July 1, 2026, tightening scrutiny of overseas investments in strategic sectors like AI and semiconductors. The rules expand cross-border transfer restrictions to include services and technical expertise, impacting global technology collaborations.
Trade India's Silver Imports Plunge to Over Three-Year Low in May as Curbs and Higher Duties Hit Inflows
India's silver imports tumbled to their lowest level in over three years in May, dropping 87% year-on-year to $75.57 million, as the government tightened import restrictions and raised duties to 15%. In volume terms, imports plunged 94% to 33 metric tonnes, the weakest since February 2023. The measures aim to curb precious metal imports and ease pressure on the rupee and trade deficit.
Trade India Enforces Stricter Silver Import Curbs
India has imposed stricter controls on silver imports, requiring DGFT approval for grains and powder. This move aims to curb imports and ease pressure on the rupee.