Indonesian Trade Minister Budi Santoso signed a revised ministerial regulation on electronic commerce (PMSE), replacing Permendag No. 31/2023. The revision includes prioritization of local products and SMEs in e-commerce platforms. The regulation governs business licensing and operations for electronic trading systems.
Topic Archives:Market Access
Indonesian and Philippine Businesses Sign Two Counter-Trade MoUs Worth Rp6.29 Trillion
Indonesia’s Trade Minister Budi Santoso witnessed the signing of two tripartite counter-trade MoUs between Indonesian and Philippine businesses, with a potential transaction value of USD 350 million (Rp6.29 trillion). The counter-trade arrangement is positioned as a strategic measure to address exchange rate volatility affecting both countries’ currencies. The signing took place at the Ministry of […]
Philippines and New Zealand Sign Landmark Economic Deal Covering Trade and Green Energy
The Philippines and New Zealand finalized a bilateral economic agreement aimed at boosting trade and cooperation in green energy. The deal represents a named, signed outcome from bilateral negotiations between the two countries. Specific provisions appear to cover trade facilitation and sustainability-linked energy sectors.
Extension of Special Drive for Expeditious Issuance of Export Obligation Discharge Certificates under Advance Authorisation and EPCG Schemes to May 31, 2026
India’s DGFT has extended a special drive for faster issuance of Export Obligation Discharge Certificates (EODCs) under the Advance Authorisation and Export Promotion Capital Goods (EPCG) schemes until May 31, 2026. These schemes allow duty-free imports of inputs/capital goods against export obligations. The extension aims to clear pending EODC applications more quickly.
Clarifications on Interest Subvention Support for Pre- and Post-Shipment Export Credit under Export Promotion Mission – Niryat Protsahan
India’s DGFT issued Trade Notice 03/2026 clarifying the interest subvention scheme for pre- and post-shipment export credit under the Niryat Protsahan Export Promotion Mission. The notice provides operational guidance on eligibility and disbursement of subsidized export credit support. This directly affects export financing costs for Indian exporters.
Request for Comments on Alignment of Schedule-II (Export Policy) of ITC(HS) 2022 Following Finance Act 2026 Amendments
India’s DGFT is soliciting public comments on proposed amendments to Schedule-II (Export Policy) of the ITC(HS) 2022 classification, consequent to changes introduced under the Finance Act, 2026. The notice invites stakeholder feedback to align export policy entries with the updated legislative framework. This affects the export licensing and policy conditions for goods covered under the […]
India Amends Import Policy for Gold Jewellery HS Codes 71131144 and 71131145
India’s DGFT has amended the import policy for ITC (HS) codes 71131144 and 71131145 (gold jewellery) under Chapter 71 of the ITC (HS) 2022 Schedule I. The notification changes the import policy conditions for these specific jewellery categories. Details of the specific policy change (free/restricted/prohibited) are not visible in the snippet.
Amendment to Import Policy Condition for Chapter 95 (Toys, Games, Sports Requisites) – ITC(HS) 2022 Schedule 1
India’s DGFT has amended Policy Condition No. 2 under Chapter 95 of the ITC(HS) 2022 Import Policy Schedule, which covers toys, games, and sports equipment. The notification alters the regulatory conditions governing imports of these goods. Specific details of the amendment are not available in the snippet.
Time-limited Support for Exporters in view of Geopolitical Disruptions in the Gulf and West Asia Maritime Corridor
India’s DGFT has issued a notification providing time-limited support measures for exporters affected by geopolitical disruptions in the Gulf and West Asia maritime corridor. The measure appears to address trade facilitation relief for exporters facing shipping route disruptions. Specific provisions likely include deadline extensions or procedural relaxations under India’s foreign trade policy.
Restoration of RoDTEP Rates
India’s DGFT has issued a notification restoring RoDTEP (Remission of Duties and Taxes on Exported Products) rates. RoDTEP is a key export incentive scheme that reimburses duties and taxes on exported goods. The restoration of rates directly affects tariff-related export benefits for Indian exporters.