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Trade Sitharaman: External Aid Projects Must Help Northeast Products Access Global Markets
Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman said externally aided projects (EAPs) should serve as instruments to help Northeast India's local products access global markets. She noted EAP assistance increased seven-fold under the Modi government, from Rs 9,000 crore (2004-2014) to Rs 76,000 crore (2014-2026). She also inaugurated Northeast India's largest organic spice processing facility in Meghalaya.
Manufacturing India's Manufacturing Surge: Atmanirbhar Bharat's Global Impact
India is positioning itself as a global manufacturing leader under the Atmanirbhar Bharat initiative. With a focus on quality and ease of doing business, the country aims to enhance its manufacturing competitiveness.
Trade India Targets Import Reduction with Localisation Strategy
India's Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT) is analyzing data on the 500 most-imported items to reduce the country's import bill. The initiative aims to enhance domestic manufacturing capabilities and supply resilience.