Other Briefings
China Bans Third-Party Export Documents: Advisory for Indian Importers
From October 1, 2025, China enforces STA Announcement 17, banning third-party export documents. Indian importers must adapt sourcing strategies, verify suppliers, and ensure full compliance.
Why the Middle East is Emerging as a Top Destination for Indian Outbound Investment
Indian companies and investors prefer GCC countries – especially the United Arab Emirates (UAE), Saudi Arabia, Oman, Qatar, and Bahrain – because these markets blend proximity and diaspora ties with fast-tracked reforms.
India’s FDI Trends in Q1 FY 2025-26
India witnessed a 15 percent rise in FDI during Q1 FY 2025-26 (April–June), with inflows reaching US$18.62 billion. The US emerged as one of the top investors, contributing US$5.61 billion, almost triple its inflows of US$1.50 billion in Q1 FY26.
India’s Passport Status in 2025: New Developments and Business Opportunities
India’s passport ranking rose to 76th in 2025, granting visa-free or visa-on-arrival access to 58 destinations. We examine India’s 2025 passport status — expanded visa access and recent changes in passport categories and issuance systems.
India-China Relations Take Center Stage at SCO Summit 2025
The 25th Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) Summit, held from August 31 to September 1, 2025, brings India-China ties into focus, with leaders signaling a cautious thaw by agreeing to resume direct flights, reopen border trade, etc.
Tapping into India’s Tier 2 and Tier 3 Cities: A Practical Playbook for Foreign Investors
The latest edition of India Briefing magazine offers a practical guide to India’s evolving Tier 2 and Tier 3 markets, highlighting key investment hubs, entry strategies, and scalable business models to help global investors expand beyond metro cities.
India’s Foreign Direct Investment Tracker 2025
India recorded over US$50 billion in foreign direct investment (FDI) inflows in FY 2024–25, signaling investor confidence amid regulatory reforms and sectoral liberalization. Explore key trends, top sectors, and routes for foreign investment.
Indian Exporters Face 50% US Tariff Rate Effective August 27, 2025
From August 27, 2025, Indian exporters will be subject to tariffs of up to 50 percent on shipments to the US. In addition, the US has withdrawn duty-free concessions on low-value imports, further increasing the compliance burden on exporters.
