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.
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India DGFT Fixes Four New Standard Input Output Norms (SIONs) for Chemical and Allied Products (A-3698 to A-3701)
India’s DGFT has established four new Standard Input Output Norms (SIONs) numbered A-3698 through A-3701 under the Chemical and Allied Products category. SIONs define the permitted input quantities for duty-free imports used in export production under India’s Advance Authorisation scheme. These norms directly govern customs duty exemptions and rules of origin for export-linked imports.
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.
Allocation of 8,606 MTRV of Raw Cane Sugar to USA under TRQ Scheme for US Fiscal Year 2026
India’s DGFT has allocated 8,606 metric tons raw value (MTRV) of raw cane sugar to the United States under a tariff-rate quota (TRQ) scheme for US fiscal year 2026. This is a named quota allocation under a bilateral trade arrangement governing sugar exports from India to the US market.
Revised Standard Input-Output Norms (SIONs) for Chemical and Allied Products
India’s DGFT has revised Standard Input-Output Norms (SIONs) for chemical and allied products, which govern the quantity of inputs allowed duty-free for export production under the Advance Authorisation scheme. These norms directly affect customs duty exemptions and rules applicable to exporters in the chemical sector.
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.
Statement by Minister LeBlanc on Proposed U.S. Section 301 Tariffs
Canadian Minister LeBlanc issued a statement in response to proposed U.S. Section 301 tariffs and related written consultations. The statement addresses Canada’s position on these targeted U.S. trade measures. No further details are available from the snippet.
Notice on Public Announcement of Proposed Enterprise List for 2026 Nicaragua Sugar Import Tariff Rate Quota Allocation
China’s Ministry of Commerce is publishing the proposed allocation list of enterprises eligible for the 2026 tariff rate quota (TRQ) for sugar imports from Nicaragua. The notice invites public comment on the draft allocations. This relates to preferential tariff quota management under China-Nicaragua trade arrangements.
MOFCOM Announcement No.16 (2026): Final Conclusions of Trade and Investment Barrier Investigation into Mexico’s China-Related Restrictive Measures
China’s Ministry of Commerce has published the final conclusions of its trade and investment barrier investigation into Mexico’s restrictive measures targeting Chinese goods and investment. This is a formal trade remedy/barrier investigation outcome with named policy findings against a specific trading partner. The announcement constitutes an official determination under China’s trade barrier investigation framework.
MOFCOM Announcement No. 17 (2026): Trade Barrier Investigation Launched Against US Practices Undermining Global Supply Chains
China’s Ministry of Commerce has initiated a trade barrier investigation targeting US practices and measures deemed to undermine global supply and production chains. The announcement formally launches the investigation under China’s trade barrier investigation rules. This signals a significant bilateral trade policy escalation between China and the United States.