India dilutes pesticide norms for herbs and spices, raising MRL to 0.1mg/kg. Activists fear harm to exports. Concerns include health risks, cumulative pesticide effects, and harm from unknown pesticides on imports.
FSSAI allows 10 times more pesticide residue in herbs, spices
India imposes export duty of 40% on onions
2 years ago
Currently, the export of onion is banned. However, the government allows shipments to India’s friendly nations. It has permitted a specified quantity of onion exports to UAE and Bangladesh.
Uzbekistan positions itself as a regional investment hub amid reforms and a focus on the market economy, attracting foreign investments, including from India. The Third Tashkent International Investment Forum, held on May 2-3, aimed to boost investments. President Shavkat Mirziyoyev participated, along with representatives from various countries. The forum has become a platform for bilateral […]
India has made ETO testing mandatory for export of all spices to Singapore and Hong Kong
2 years ago
India’s Spices Board has made testing for ethylene oxide (ETO) mandatory for all spices being exported to Hong Kong and Singapore, where authorities last month stopped sales of some products of two Indian spice brands on the ground that they contained high levels of ETO, a carcinogen. Testing has been made mandatory from May 6.
India’s path to becoming a developed country hinges on boosting exports, as demonstrated by China’s growth. Leveraging bilateral agreements and FTAs, India is expanding into new markets like Africa and Latin America. Yet, quality issues and trade restrictions pose challenges, such as recent bans on Indian spices in Hong Kong and Singapore. Additionally, green trade […]
Implemented on 1 May 2022, the UAE-India CEPA offers numerous trade benefits, including the elimination and reduction of tariffs, an open trade environment, and enhanced market access for service providers across various sectors. It also addresses technical barriers and provides access to government procurement opportunities.
GTRI highlighted concerns over $700 million India spice exports at risk due to regulatory actions in critical markets. Urgent actions are needed to prevent widespread rejection and ensure the integrity of Indian spice products.
MDH and Everest controversy could threaten over half of India’s spice exports; GTRI sounds alarm
2 years ago
Controversy involving MDH and Everest spice companies threatens India’s spice shipments. Urgent quality resolution highlighted by Global Trade Research Initiative. Concerns raised by multiple countries could severely impact India’s spice exports.
India and Nigeria have agreed to conclude a local currency settlement system agreement to strengthen economic ties. The agreement, signed during a joint session of the India-Nigeria Joint Trade Committee, aims to promote the use of the Indian Rupee and Nigerian Naira for cross-border transactions. The agreement will enhance bilateral trade and mutually beneficial investments […]
The Sri Lankan Cabinet has decided to renovate the Kankesanthurai Port in the Northern Province, with India agreeing to fund the entire project at a cost of USD 61.5 million. The Kankesanthurai Port, located in the northern region of Sri Lanka, covers approximately 16 acres and is situated 104 kilometers (56 nautical miles) from Karaikal […]