India’s DGFT has issued guidelines for the application and allocation of the remaining balance quantity under a Tariff Rate Quota (TRQ) scheme permitting import of up to 1 million metric tonnes of raw sugar. The notice specifies procedural modalities for importers to apply for quota allocation. This is a direct customs and market access measure […]
Topic Archives:Market Access
Extension of Timeline for One-Time Conversion of Advance Authorisation under SION E-52 to TRQ for Import of Raw Sugar
India’s DGFT is extending the deadline for a one-time conversion of Advance Authorisations under SION E-52 to a Tariff Rate Quota (TRQ) for raw sugar imports. This measure affects the import licensing and quota framework governing raw sugar. The extension modifies an existing trade policy instrument related to agricultural commodity imports.
Extension of Timeline for Surrender of Unutilised TRQ Quantity for Import of 1 Million MT of Raw Sugar
India’s DGFT has extended the deadline for surrendering unutilised Tariff Rate Quota (TRQ) allocations for the import of 1 million metric tonnes of raw sugar. The extension applies to importers who have not used their allocated TRQ quantities. This is a procedural update to an existing sugar import quota scheme.
Extension of Timeline for Surrender of Unutilised TRQ Quantity for Import of 1 LMT Raw Sugar
India’s DGFT has extended the deadline for surrendering unutilised tariff-rate quota (TRQ) quantities allocated for the import of 1 lakh metric tonne (LMT) of raw sugar. The extension affects importers who have not utilised their allocated TRQ quantities. No further details are available from the snippet.
Extension of Prior Import Permit Requirement for Sugar and Food Preparations
Mexico’s Ministry of Economy has extended the applicability of the prior import permit requirement for sugar and food preparations. This non-tariff measure controls imports of these commodities through a licensing/permit system. The extension maintains existing import restrictions on these product categories.
15th Meeting of ASEAN-India Trade in Goods Agreement (AITIGA) Joint Committee held during 6-9 October 2026
The 15th AITIGA Joint Committee meeting was held from 6-9 October 2026, focusing on the ongoing review of the ASEAN-India Trade in Goods Agreement. The meeting involved negotiations on tariff schedules and trade in goods provisions between India and ASEAN member states. This is part of the broader effort to modernize the AITIGA framework.
Ministry of Industry and Commerce clarifies shift from raw mineral extraction-export to value-added processing
The Lao Ministry of Industry and Commerce issued a clarification on policy shifting from raw mineral ore extraction and export toward value-added processing. This reflects a change in export policy for the minerals/commodities sector, potentially restricting raw ore exports in favor of domestic processing. Specific details from the full text would elaborate the measures involved.
Trial Sales of Japanese Rice in Germany
Japan’s Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries announced a trial sale of Japanese-produced rice in the German market. This initiative is aimed at expanding market access for Japanese agricultural products in Europe. The trial sales represent a concrete step in promoting Japanese rice exports to Germany.
Announcement of 2027 Non-State-Trade Import Quota for Crude Oil: Total Volume, Application Conditions, and Procedures
China’s Ministry of Commerce has published the 2027 import quota allocation for crude oil under non-state-trading enterprises, specifying total allowable volume, eligibility conditions, and application procedures. This is an annual quota announcement governing how private refiners and other non-state entities may import crude oil.
Korea Joins Joint Statement on Structural Overcapacity with Major Trading Partners
Korea joined a joint statement with major trading partners addressing structural overcapacity and excess production capacity. The statement signals coordinated multilateral action on industrial overcapacity issues affecting global trade. Specific sectors and partner countries are referenced in the full document.