India’s DGFT has issued a public notice announcing policy support and relaxation measures for the Gem & Jewellery sector under Chapter 4 of the Foreign Trade Policy 2023. The measures apply specific trade facilitation provisions to this export-oriented sector. Details cover procedural or regulatory relaxations under the FTP framework.
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Amendment to TRQ Application Deadline for India-Mauritius CECPA and India-Nepal Treaty for FY 2026-27
India’s DGFT has amended the last date for submission of Tariff Rate Quota (TRQ) applications under the India-Mauritius CECPA and India-Nepal Treaty, as notified under Appendix-2A of the Foreign Trade Policy 2023 for FY 2026-27. The notice adjusts administrative deadlines for preferential quota access under these bilateral trade agreements.
Amendment of Appendix 2B: List of Agencies Authorised to Issue Certificate of Origin (Preferential) under India’s Foreign Trade Policy 2023
India’s DGFT has amended Appendix 2B of the Foreign Trade Policy 2023, updating the list of agencies authorised to issue preferential Certificates of Origin. This change affects which bodies can certify goods for preferential tariff treatment under India’s FTAs.
Amendment to List of Agencies Authorised to Issue Preferential Certificate of Origin under India’s Foreign Trade Policy 2023
India’s DGFT has amended Appendix 2B of the Foreign Trade Policy 2023, which governs the list of agencies authorized to issue Preferential Certificates of Origin. This change affects which bodies can certify goods for preferential tariff treatment under India’s trade agreements. The amendment has direct implications for exporters seeking preferential market access under FTAs.
Singapore calls for greater collaboration at APEC Ministers Responsible for Trade Meeting 2026
At the APEC Ministers Responsible for Trade Meeting 2026, Singapore called for Asia-Pacific collaboration to keep supply chains open, strengthen the WTO, and advance digital trade. The statement covers three substantive policy areas: supply chain resilience, multilateral trading system support, and digital trade facilitation. No further details are available from the snippet.
Singapore and ASEAN Member States Conclude Negotiations on Landmark ASEAN Digital Economy Framework Agreement (DEFA)
Singapore and ASEAN member states have concluded negotiations on the ASEAN Digital Economy Framework Agreement (DEFA), a landmark regional agreement covering digital trade. The agreement represents a significant plurilateral outcome for the bloc’s digital economy integration. Specific provisions likely cover cross-border data flows, digital trade facilitation, and related digital economy measures.
India remains engaged with the U.S. on Section 301 proceedings and for finalisation of a framework agreement
India is actively engaging with the United States on ongoing Section 301 trade proceedings and working toward finalizing a bilateral framework trade agreement. The press release indicates continued negotiations between the two countries on these specific trade policy tracks. No final outcome has been announced yet.
G10 Senior Officials Meet at WTO MC14 to Discuss Agriculture Negotiations
G10 members met on the sidelines of WTO MC14 in Yaoundé on 27 March 2026, hosted by Switzerland, to discuss agricultural negotiations. Members reaffirmed willingness to engage constructively in agriculture talks while protecting their interests as net food importers. The meeting addressed compatibility with domestic agricultural policies.
No breakthrough at WTO MC14 in Cameroon
The 14th WTO Ministerial Conference (MC14) concluded in Yaoundé, Cameroon without major policy decisions on WTO reform. Some members agreed to implement the negotiated e-commerce agreement. Switzerland’s delegation was led by State Secretary Helene Budliger Artieda of SECO.
India–Canada Joint Statement on the Conclusion of the Second Round of CEPA Negotiations
India and Canada concluded the second round of Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA) negotiations. The joint statement marks a formal milestone in bilateral FTA talks between the two countries. No further details are available from the snippet.