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Commerce Secretary Engages with Industry on SEZ Challenges

Official Press

21 Nov 2025

Commerce Secretary Shri Rajesh Agrawal held an industry interface in Chennai with over 150 stakeholders from Special Economic Zones (SEZs) to address key operational challenges. Issues discussed included SEZ-Domestic Tariff Area (DTA) transactions, duty drawbacks, and connectivity constraints. The Secretary emphasized the need for data-driven policymaking and assured stakeholders that the Ministry would work towards pragmatic solutions to enhance the SEZ ecosystem, making it more competitive and responsive to global market demands.

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