Kenya has successfully exported its first shipment of avocado fruit to India after eight years of negotiations. This marks the first time Kenya has received permission to export this “sensitive and short self-life” agro-commodity. Kenya is the world’s sixth-largest avocado producer, exporting about 23% of its production to various countries.
Kenya starts export of avocados to India; first shipment arrives at Mumbai
The Cabinet minister was specifically asked about some UK media reports suggesting that cricket fan British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak may be planning a return visit to India next month to sign the deal on the sidelines of the World Cup being hosted across the country.
Tensions between Canada and India have risen following the assassination of a Sikh advocate. Canada is investigating allegations that Indian government agents were involved, but India has dismissed the claims. Canada is home to a significant Sikh population, with about 1.4 million people of Indian origin residing there. Trade between the two countries amounts to […]
The Indian government has introduced mandatory quality norms for solder wires used in the electronics and engineering industry. The move aims to curb the import of sub-standard goods and promote domestic manufacturing. The Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT) issued a notification stating that solder wires must bear the Bureau of Indian […]
The diplomatic dispute between Canada and India regarding the murder of a Sikh leader could potentially harm their growing economic ties. India is a significant source of foreign students for Canadian colleges and universities, and Canadian pension managers have invested billions of dollars in Indian companies and projects. Although the impact on trade is expected […]
Prime Minister Rishi Sunak’s spokesperson at 10 Downing Street in London was asked about the impact the India-Canada diplomatic row may have on India-UK bilateral relations, after a government spokesperson said the UK remains in “close touch” with the Canadian authorities over the issue.
On Tuesday, New Delhi dismissed the allegations as “absurd”, and asked Canada instead to crack down on anti-India elements operating in its territory.
India Canada tensions: The recent diplomatic tensions between India and Canada are unlikely to have a significant impact on their trade and investment relations, according to experts. The economic ties between the two countries are driven by commercial considerations, and they trade in complementary products rather than competing on similar products. Bilateral trade has been […]
Malaysia to discuss rice export curbs with India
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Like other countries in Asia, Malaysia has seen lower supplies and an increase in rice prices in recent weeks as hot weather threatens harvests, with countries led by top exporter India restricting shipments to curb inflation and ensure food security.
India is planning to impose customs duties on telecom components in a phased manner to discourage imports and promote domestic manufacturing. The Department of Telecommunications is considering an initial 10% import duty from January, increasing to 15% by October next year. The move is part of the government’s Phased Manufacturing Programme, which aims to boost […]