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Indian exporters

22 Jan 2019

Exporters may get incentives based on R&D, specific clusters under new FTP

The commerce ministry is working on recasting the existing export incentive schemes in line with the global trade norms of the World Trade Organisation (WTO).

Foreign Trade policy

05 Dec 2017

FTP review: Exporters hail Rs 8,450 crore incentive top-up

The government on Tuesday announced Rs 8,450 crore incentives for exporters in sectors like leather and agriculture, as it looks to boost outward shipments, which have been disrupted by implementation of goods and services tax (GST).

Nirmala Sitharaman

17 May 2017

Exports rising despite global headwinds: Nirmala Sitharaman

The minister said even in this type of environment, domestic exporters are doing good.

06 May 2017

'Mid-term foreign trade policy to be out before GST roll out'

Given the current economic and geopolitical situations globally there are concerns that international trade may be impacted.

28 Apr 2017

GST rollout: Commerce Min to modify certain portions of FTP

The ministry also proposes to come out with the mid-year review of FTP, a few months ahead of the schedule, before the GST rollout.

Target Plus Scheme

13 Apr 2017

'Govt's nod to refund claims to provide relief to exporters'

The Cabinet's approval for refund of Rs 2,700-crore claims to exporters will provide them relief and help boost shipments, FIEO today said.

Foreign Trade policy

12 May 2015

India concerned over pace of deciding agenda for next WTO meet

India on Tuesday expressed concern over slow progress in finalising the agenda for the Nairobi ministerial meeting of WTO members in December to resolve pending issues of Doha round.

Global slowdown

08 May 2015

'Global slowdown, steep fall in oil prices impacted exports'

The country's exports dipped by 1.2 percent to USD 310.5 billion in 2014-15.

Commerce Ministry

03 Apr 2015

Services' share in total exports to rise significantly: Commerce Ministry

"We are hoping that (with) changes in the services architecture of incentives in the new policy, services should do better. We hope that their share will increase significantly," a top Commerce Ministry official said.

Indian pharma companies

02 Apr 2015

Pharma exports: FTP promises to address problems abroad

With Indian pharma companies facing problems in exports to countries like Japan and China, the new Foreign Trade Policy seeks to address issues related to non-trade barriers and regulations faced by them abroad.

Foreign Trade policy

01 Apr 2015

FTP proposes new institutions to boost global trade

The new Foreign Trade Policy unveiled today proposed setting up of a host of institutions, including Trade Council and National Committee on Trade Facilitation, to improve India's share in global trade and implement of WTO obligations.

Foreign Trade policy

01 Apr 2015

FTP to promote eCommerce cos focusing on job creation

Under the new five-year Foreign Trade Policy (FTP), the government will provide incentives to eCommerce companies exporting products from sectors that create jobs.

Foreign Trade policy

01 Apr 2015

Foreign Trade Policy 2015-20: Key Highlights

Highlights of the Foreign Trade Policy 2015-20.

Foreign Trade policy

01 Apr 2015

Govt eyes $900 billion exports by 2020; sops for exporters in FTP

Unlike the annual reviews of the past, the FTP will be reviewed after two-and-half years to ensure continuity in the trade policy.

Foreign Trade policy

01 Apr 2015

Modi govt unveils new Foreign Trade Policy

The FTP has extended interest subsidy scheme and other incentives for labour intensive sectors such as leather and handicrafts.

Foreign Trade policy

31 Mar 2015

New FTP to be unveiled tomorrow; sops for exporters likely

The FTP, which is being announced at a time when India's exports are declining, may extend interest subsidy scheme and other incentives for labour intensive sectors such as leather and handicrafts.

29 Mar 2015

'No Board of Trade meeting before FTP'

"There will be no such meeting this time. All the work is over for the FTP. The ministry has consulted all the stakeholders for the policy," a senior official told PTI.

Foreign Trade policy

16 Jan 2015

'Foreign Trade Policy after Budget'

Exporters have already raised concerns over the delay in announcement of the FTP. Ten months of the current fiscal are already over.

Foreign Trade policy

10 Dec 2014

New foreign trade policy under consultation: Govt

A new foreign trade policy (FTP) is under consultation and finalisation, government said Wednesday.

16 Nov 2014

Integrate 'Make in India' with Foreign Trade Policy: Assocham

'Create in India' is about creating products and brands through design and innovation backed by a strong manufacturing push.

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