Indian exporters face order uncertainty and higher logistics costs due to the West Asia crisis. Overseas buyers are cautious, seeking extensions and postponing new purchase decisions. Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal met with export promotion bodies to discuss the evolving situation. Goyal highlighted merchandise exports grew fifteen percent despite global uncertainties. The government is working to improve ease of doing business and reduce compliance burdens.

Indian exporters urge government action to address shipping disruptions and soaring freight costs due to the West Asia crisis.

NEW DELHI: Exporters are worried due to uncertainty of orders, higher logistics costs, liquidity issues and possible disruption of raw material supply chain due to a prolonged…