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Reverse Buyer-Seller Meet in Surat Connects Gujarat MSMEs with 15 Countries

Over 45 international buyers from 15 countries, including the UK and UAE, participated in a Reverse Buyer-Seller Meet in Surat, connecting with local MSMEs. The two-day event, part of the Vibrant Gujarat Regional Conference, focused on sectors like textiles, chemicals, and pharmaceuticals. Structured B2B meetings and seminars aimed to build long-term trade partnerships and improve export readiness. The initiative is part of a broader strategy to decentralize industrial promotion and integrate local industries into global supply chains.

Key Points: Surat RBSM Links Gujarat MSMEs to 15 Countries

  • 45+ buyers from 15 countries participated
  • Focus on textiles, chemicals, pharma, and engineering
  • Organized by FIEO and Gujarat government
  • Aims to boost MSME export readiness and global supply chain integration
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'Reverse Buyer-Seller Meet' in Surat connects Gujarat MSMEs with 15 countries

Over 45 buyers from 15 countries joined the Reverse Buyer-Seller Meet in Surat, boosting export opportunities for Gujarat MSMEs in textiles, chemicals, and more.

"The RBSM platform is intended to provide MSMEs with direct access to international buyers and global markets. - Conference officials"

Surat, May 5

More than 45 international buyers from 15 countries participated in a Reverse Buyer-Seller Meet in Surat, creating direct trade linkages with micro, small and medium enterprises from South Gujarat during the third edition of the Vibrant Gujarat Regional Conference.

The two-day conference was held on Monday at Auro University and follows earlier regional editions organised in Mehsana and Rajkot as part of efforts to promote industrial growth across different zones of Gujarat.

The third edition focused on strengthening export opportunities and expanding global market access for local industries.

The RBSM was organised by the Federation of Indian Export Organisations (FIEO) in collaboration with the state government.

Buyers from more than 15 countries, including the United Kingdom, Australia, Romania and the United Arab Emirates, took part in structured B2B meetings with local exporters.

According to the officials, the platform allowed direct interaction between international buyers and Indian MSME units, aimed at building long-term commercial partnerships and expanding export networks.

Sectors highlighted during the conference included textiles and garments, chemicals, petrochemicals, pharmaceuticals, engineering, as well as food and agro-based products.

These industries represent key components of Surat's industrial base, with participating enterprises engaging in discussions on supply capabilities, quality requirements and potential export contracts.

In addition to trade meetings, the conference featured knowledge-based seminars, technical sessions and B2G (business-to-government) interactions.

These sessions brought together industry representatives and government officials to discuss regulatory processes, export facilitation and sector-specific development needs.

Officials associated with the initiative said through conference briefings that the RBSM platform is intended to provide MSMEs with direct access to international buyers and global markets.

It was noted that such interactions are designed to support small and medium enterprises in strengthening their export readiness and improving participation in global supply chains.

The VGRC initiative in Surat forms part of a broader strategy to decentralise industrial promotion and strengthen regional economic ecosystems across Gujarat.

The focus of this edition remained on enhancing business connectivity, improving export potential and integrating local industries into wider international trade networks through structured buyer-seller engagement.

- IANS

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Pooja D
Very promising initiative. Surat's textile industry is famous worldwide, and including sectors like pharma and engineering shows holistic thinking. However, I hope the knowledge sessions on export processes actually reach the smallest MSMEs in the district. Many small units lack the paperwork know-how. Practical workshops would be gold.
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Abhishek O
A reverse meet—where buyers come to sellers—is a great concept for places like Surat. It reduces the cost for small businesses who can't afford international travel. The B2G sessions are also key; regulatory clarity makes exporting less daunting. If this model expands to other states, India's export numbers will soar. Well done, Gujarat!
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Rekha R
Good move but I worry about implementation. Our small textile units in Surat are mostly family-run and may not have English-speaking staff for negotiations. The government should provide translators or trained facilitators during such meets. Otherwise, these B2B meetings might only benefit larger MSMEs who are already export-ready.
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James A
Interesting to see Romania and Australia in the buyer list—not just traditional Gulf markets. This diversification can cushion Indian exporters against regional demand shocks. I attended a similar event in another state, and the main challenge was logistics support afterward. If Gujarat follows up with shipping subsidies or warehousing help, it'll be a game-changer.
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Naveen S
Paise ki baat hai, aur yeh initiative sahi disha mein hai. 🇮🇳 Surat ke MSMEs ko direct global exposure milega to local employment bhi badhega. Lekin ek ba

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