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India-US Launch Trade Portal to Boost Exports and Deepen Economic Ties

Union Minister Piyush Goyal hailed the launch of the India-USA Trade Facilitation Portal as a forward-looking initiative. The portal is designed to enable direct engagement between Indian exporters and US importers to deepen the trade partnership. It was formally launched by Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri and Ambassador Vinay Kwatra, with support from the Consulate General in New York. The portal is now operational and open for registrations to unlock new trade opportunities.

Key Points: India-US Trade Portal Launched to Facilitate Exporter-Importer Links

  • Direct exporter-importer engagement
  • Aims to deepen bilateral trade
  • Part of 'Mission 500' goal
  • Portal now open for registrations
  • Anchored with Consulate support
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India, US launch Trade Facilitation Portal to boost bilateral partnership

New India-USA Trade Facilitation Portal launched to enable direct engagement between exporters and importers, aiming to deepen bilateral trade partnership.

"It is a forward-looking initiative that will enable direct engagement between Indian exporters & US importers - Piyush Goyal"

New Delhi, April 8

Union Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal on Wednesday hailed the launch of the India-USA Trade Facilitation Portal, calling it a "forward-looking initiative" that will enable direct engagement between Indian exporters and United States importers.

Addressing the virtual launch of the India-USA Trade Facilitation Portal, he added that it will provide greater opportunities to further deepen the bilateral trade partnership between both countries.

Sharing a post on X, Goyal wrote, "Delighted to virtually address the launch of the India-USA Trade Facilitation Portal. It is a forward-looking initiative that will enable direct engagement between Indian exporters & US importers, providing greater opportunities to further deepen our bilateral trade partnership."

The portal was formally launched by Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri along with India's Ambassador to the United States Vinay Kwatra, marking a major step in the direction of unlocking the full potential of trade between the two nations.

In a post on X, the Indian Embassy in the US described the initiative as a key move to "power us to Mission 500".

"Launch of IN-US Trade Portal! Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri along with Ambassador Vinay Kwatra, launched the India-USA Trade Facilitation Portal to help power us to Mission 500!," the Indian Embassy in the US wrote on X post.

Acknowledging contributions to the initiative, the post read, "We thank Minister of Commerce and Industry of GoI Piyush Goyal for his special message on the occasion, and leading industry voices who participated in this event."

"The portal is another step in the direction of unlocking the full potential of trade between India and the United States," the post added.

The initiative has been designed and anchored with support from the Consulate General of India in New York, whose role in facilitating the platform was also acknowledged.

The portal is now open for registrations, allowing Indian exporters to directly connect with US-based importers and explore new trade opportunities.

- ANI

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Sarah B
Working in international trade, I see this as very practical. Reducing bureaucratic hurdles and creating a direct channel is exactly what was needed. The "Mission 500" target for bilateral trade seems ambitious but achievable with tools like this.
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Vikram M
Good initiative, but the proof will be in the pudding. We've had portals before that promised much but delivered little due to poor maintenance or lack of active users. I hope this one is properly managed and marketed to businesses on both sides.
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Priya S
This is excellent news for Make in India! More exports mean more jobs and growth here. My brother's engineering goods unit can really benefit. Hope they have regional language support or guidance for smaller towns' entrepreneurs.
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Rohit P
Strong India-US ties are crucial for our economic future. This portal, along with other partnerships, shows we are moving beyond just IT services. Pharma, auto components, agriculture... so many sectors can grow. Well done MEA and Commerce Ministry!
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Michael C
As an importer based in Chicago, I'm keen to explore this. Sourcing directly from verified Indian manufacturers could improve margins and supply chain transparency. Looking forward to registering and seeing what's on offer.

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