India Hosts Inaugural Global South Seminar on Public Financial Management

India hosted its first Global South seminar on Public Financial Management (PFM) in New Delhi on December 5, 2025. Organized by the Office of the Controller General of Accounts with the Ministry of External Affairs, the seminar served as a platform for knowledge exchange on public finance reform among Global South partner countries. The event highlighted India's advancements in digital public financial management systems, such as the Public Financial Management System (PFMS) and Digital Public Infrastructure (DPI), facilitating discussions on best practices and fostering cooperation. The seminar concluded with a unanimous commitment to strengthening PFM systems across Global South regions through digital innovation and institutional reforms.

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APEDA Launches First Sea Shipment of Botanical-Infused Millet Foods to New Zealand

The Agricultural and Processed Food Products Export Development Authority (APEDA) facilitated the maiden sea shipment of botanical-infused, ready-to-cook millet functional foods from Karnataka to New Zealand. This milestone underscores the expanding opportunities for India's millet-based agricultural exports, bolstered by participation in APEDA-supported international trade fairs. Source: Original Link