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U.S. policy on imports linked to forced labour

Still running. 15 entries so far, over 55 days from 15 July 2026.

01
15 July

Ban on imports made with forced labour

  • The Government of India has issued a notification prohibiting the import of goods manufactured, wholly or in part, using forced labour.
  • The definition of 'forced labour' is aligned with the ILO Forced Labour Convention, 1930 (No. 29), referring to work exacted under the menace of penalty without voluntary consent.
Full notes and 4 questions
02
25 July

U.S. trade tariffs and India

  • The U.S. has transitioned from temporary 10% tariffs to permanent tariffs on 60 trading partners based on investigations into forced labour.
  • India's tariff rate is set at 10% following its recent ban on the import of goods produced using forced labour.
Full notes and 4 questions
03
26 July

U.S. tariffs on Indian exports

  • The U.S. has imposed a 10% tariff on imports from 17 economies, including India, following an investigation into forced labour in supply chains.
  • Approximately 45% of India's exports to the U.S. are exempt from the new 10% tariff.
Full notes and 4 questions
04
30 July

Garment exporters' tariff-rate quota request

  • Indian garment exporters are seeking a tariff-rate quota (TRQ) from the U.S. for apparel manufactured using U.S.-sourced cotton.
  • The request is based on the precedent set by countries like Bangladesh, Indonesia, and Malaysia, which currently receive exemptions from additional 10% U.S. tariffs on garments made with U.S. cotton.
Full notes and 3 questions
05
2 August

India's trade and investment balancing act

  • India is balancing strategic objectives with the need to boost trade and investment from the U.S. and China.
  • The Directorate General of Foreign Trade (DGTR) investigates dumping and recommends anti-dumping duties to the Finance Ministry.
Full notes and 4 questions
06
3 August

India's trade and investment balancing act

  • India is balancing strategic objectives with the need to boost trade and investment from the U.S. and China.
  • The Directorate General of Foreign Trade (DGTR) investigates dumping and recommends anti-dumping duties to the Finance Ministry.
Full notes and 4 questions
07
15 August

U.S. report on Chinese tariff evasion via India

  • The White House report 'The Great Transshipment Scam' alleges that India is facilitating the evasion of U.S. tariffs on Chinese goods.
  • The U.S. identifies the 'Pune-Gujarat-Chennai belt' as a key region enabling the transshipment of Chinese products.
Full notes and 4 questions
08
19 August

U.S. accusation of India enabling Chinese tariff evasion

  • A recent White House report identifies India among 40 countries allegedly enabling Chinese tariff evasion.
  • The allegation suggests India imports Chinese goods, performs minor modifications, and re-exports them to the U.S. to circumvent higher tariffs.
Full notes and 3 questions
09
22 August

FDI projects under revised framework

  • The Ministry of Commerce and Industry reported 29 FDI projects worth ₹4,895.65 crore under a revised investment framework.
  • The revised framework, an amendment to Press Note 3 of 2020, allows firms with up to 10% ownership from land-border countries (LBCs) to invest via the automatic route.
Full notes and 3 questions
10
23 August

U.S. report on trade transshipment

  • The White House report 'The Great Transhipment Scam' (August 2026) alleges that over 40 countries, including India, facilitate the evasion of U.S. tariffs on Chinese goods.
  • The U.S. claims that goods from China are routed through third countries for limited assembly, repackaging, or relabeling without significant value addition to bypass Section 301 tariffs.
Full notes and 3 questions
11
23 August

Foreign investment in India

  • Mauritius remains a significant source of Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) for India, contributing $6.6 billion (11.2% of total FDI) in 2025-26.
  • Cumulative FDI from Mauritius between April 2000 and March 2026 reached $186 billion, representing nearly 25% of total inward FDI.
Full notes and 3 questions
12
25 August

FDI relaxations and investment

  • Press Note 3 (April 2020) mandated government approval for all FDI from countries sharing a land border with India (Pakistan, China, Bangladesh, Nepal, Bhutan).
  • The policy was originally introduced to prevent opportunistic takeovers of Indian firms during the COVID-19 pandemic, rather than as a direct response to border tensions.
Full notes and 4 questions
13
4 September

Piyush Goyal on textile sector export performance

  • Commerce Minister stated that the Indian textile industry can no longer attribute weak export performance to external factors.
  • Previously, Indian textile exports faced competitive disadvantages due to Bangladesh's status as a Least Developed Country (LDC) and Vietnam's favorable trade agreements.
Full notes and 4 questions
14
5 September

Editorial: Bilateral Investment Treaty revision

  • India is currently revising its 2015 Model Bilateral Investment Treaty (BIT) to address limitations in attracting foreign investment.
  • The 2015 model was adopted following a series of international arbitration claims against India, leading to the unilateral termination of several existing BITs.
Full notes and 3 questions
15
7 September

Andhra Pradesh FDI attraction strategy

  • Andhra Pradesh government is targeting FDI in strategic sectors: AI infrastructure, critical minerals, semiconductors, and energy transition.
  • These strategic sectors represent approximately 45% of global greenfield project investments.
Full notes and 3 questions

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  1. Discuss the significance of targeting strategic sectors like semiconductors and critical minerals for state-level industrial development in India. How can sub-national governments effectively align their investment policies with global greenfield project trends? 150 words · 7 September
  2. The transition toward high-technology sectors and energy infrastructure is crucial for India's manufacturing growth. Analyze the challenges faced by states in converting investment intentions into operational industrial units and suggest policy interventions to improve the implementation of industrial projects. 250 words · 7 September
  3. The revision of the Model Bilateral Investment Treaty (BIT) is essential for balancing state regulatory autonomy with investor protection. Discuss the challenges in the current framework and the need for a more consultative approach in treaty-making. 150 words · 5 September
  4. What is meant by 'democratic deficit' in the context of international economic treaty-making? Analyze how enhancing transparency and parliamentary oversight can strengthen India's investment climate and align with the principles of participatory democracy. 250 words · 5 September
  5. Analyze the structural challenges faced by the Indian textile industry in global markets and discuss how changing tariff landscapes impact its export competitiveness. 150 words · 4 September
  6. The transition of India from a developing economy to a more integrated global trade partner necessitates a shift from protectionist reliance to performance-based competitiveness. Discuss this in the context of the textile sector and the role of trade agreements in shaping industrial growth. 250 words · 4 September
  7. Analyze the rationale behind the introduction of Press Note 3 and the subsequent 2026 relaxations in India's FDI policy. How do these measures balance national security concerns with the objective of attracting foreign capital? 150 words · 25 August
  8. Discuss the impact of regulatory frameworks on foreign direct investment inflows in India. In light of recent policy adjustments regarding land-border nations, evaluate the role of 'ease of doing business' initiatives in fostering integration with global supply chains. 250 words · 25 August
  9. Discuss the evolution of the India-Mauritius Double Taxation Avoidance Agreement (DTAA) and its impact on regulating foreign investment flows into India. 150 words · 23 August
  10. How do international tax treaties and anti-avoidance measures like the Principal Purpose Test (PPT) balance the need for attracting Foreign Direct Investment with the requirement to prevent base erosion and profit shifting? 250 words · 23 August
  11. Analyze the impact of global supply chain fragmentation and transshipment allegations on India's manufacturing competitiveness and its 'Make in India' objectives. 150 words · 23 August
  12. Discuss the challenges posed by protectionist trade policies and tariff-based measures in the context of globalized production networks. How should India balance its reliance on intermediate imports from China with the need to adhere to international trade standards and avoid punitive measures from major trading partners? 250 words · 23 August
  13. Discuss the significance of the recent amendments to Press Note 3 of 2020 in the context of India's foreign direct investment policy and the broader objective of enhancing the ease of doing business. 150 words · 22 August
  14. How does the revised FDI framework regarding land-border countries balance the dual objectives of national security and attracting foreign capital? Analyze the impact of such regulatory adjustments on India's global investment competitiveness. 250 words · 22 August
  15. Analyze the challenges posed by global supply chain integration for India's domestic manufacturing sector in the context of international trade scrutiny. 150 words · 19 August
  16. Examine the implications of geopolitical pressure on India's strategic autonomy in trade and energy policy. How can India balance its 'Make in India' objectives with the demands of major trading partners? 250 words · 19 August
  17. Examine the phenomenon of 'tariff arbitrage' in global supply chains and its implications for the integrity of international trade agreements. How can developing economies balance the need for industrial growth with the risks of being used as transshipment hubs? 150 words · 15 August
  18. The rise of complex global supply chains has created new challenges for trade enforcement and regulatory oversight. In the context of recent international reports on transshipment, discuss the challenges India faces in maintaining its status as a reliable global manufacturing hub while ensuring compliance with international trade norms. 250 words · 15 August
  19. Analyze the evolving role of anti-dumping duties as a trade policy instrument in the context of India's shifting focus from finished goods to intermediate imports. 150 words · 3 August
  20. Examine the challenges faced by India in balancing its strategic security concerns with the necessity of attracting foreign direct investment from neighboring economies. 250 words · 3 August
  21. Analyze the role of anti-dumping duties as a trade remedy and discuss the challenges in balancing domestic industrial protection with the need for intermediate goods in global supply chains. 150 words · 2 August
  22. Examine the evolution of India's foreign investment policy regarding bordering nations. How does the government balance national security concerns with the objective of attracting foreign capital for economic growth? 250 words · 2 August
  23. Discuss the significance of tariff-rate quotas (TRQs) in international trade and how such mechanisms can be leveraged to strengthen bilateral trade relations between India and the United States. 150 words · 30 July
  24. Examine the challenges and opportunities for the Indian textile and apparel sector in the global market. How can strategic trade negotiations and bilateral pacts help India enhance its export competitiveness against regional peers? 250 words · 30 July
  25. Analyze the implications of U.S. trade protectionist measures on India's export sector. How can India leverage bilateral negotiations to mitigate the impact of such tariff regimes? 150 words · 26 July
  26. The integration of labour standards into international trade agreements is becoming a significant factor in global commerce. Discuss the challenges posed by forced labour investigations on Indian exports and evaluate the role of institutional engagement in protecting national trade interests. 250 words · 26 July
  27. Examine the implications of U.S. Section 301 trade investigations on India's export competitiveness and the necessity for aligning domestic trade policies with global labour standards. 150 words · 25 July
  28. Discuss the challenges posed by protectionist trade measures and non-tariff barriers on India's manufacturing sector. How can India balance its international trade obligations with the need to protect domestic industries and labour rights? 250 words · 25 July
  29. Analyze the significance of integrating international labour standards, such as the ILO Forced Labour Convention, into India's Foreign Trade Policy. How does this shift impact India's trade diplomacy and global market access? 150 words · 15 July
  30. The alignment of domestic trade regulations with international labour standards is becoming a critical component of modern trade agreements. Discuss the challenges and opportunities for India in balancing domestic economic interests with global compliance requirements regarding forced labour. 250 words · 15 July

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