PM GatiShakti
Union Minister Piyush Goyal launched the 'PM GatiShakti Public' platform, a query-based web interface that democratizes access to geospatial and infrastructure data. This initiative, part of the PM GatiShakti National Master Plan, allows users to access 230 datasets for infrastructure planning and investment decisions, promoting transparency and collaboration
India-Qatar relations
Union Minister of Commerce and Industry, Shri Piyush Goyal, visited Doha, Qatar to co-chair the India–Qatar Joint Commission on Economic and Commercial Cooperation. The meeting aimed to enhance bilateral trade, set a goal to double trade by 2030, and expedite negotiations for a Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement. Goyal also
India-Qatar trade
Union Minister of Commerce & Industry, Shri Piyush Goyal, during his visit to Doha, emphasized the potential to double India-Qatar bilateral trade by 2030. The meeting with Qatari officials focused on enhancing economic cooperation, addressing trade barriers, and exploring new sectors for collaboration. Goyal highlighted the importance of the Indian
Piyush Goyal
Union Minister of Commerce and Industry, Shri Piyush Goyal, is set to visit Doha, Qatar from 6-7 October 2025 to co-chair the Qatar-India Joint Commission Meeting on Trade and Commerce. This visit highlights India's commitment to strengthening trade ties with Qatar, with bilateral trade exceeding USD 14 billion
Piyush Goyal
Union Minister of Commerce & Industry Piyush Goyal undertook a three-day official visit to Singapore to strengthen bilateral economic and trade relations. The visit emphasized India's growth, investment reforms, and opportunities in manufacturing, infrastructure, and the green economy. Key discussions included enhancing trade linkages, cooperation in innovation, and
Self-Reliance
Union Minister Piyush Goyal emphasized India's commitment to self-reliance, self-confidence, and self-protection during his address at the 30th CII Partnership Summit. He highlighted the importance of resilient supply chains, ambitious global engagement, and safeguarding national interests. Goyal also praised Andhra Pradesh's technological advancements and invited international
FTA
Union Minister of Commerce & Industry, Shri Piyush Goyal, announced that the Free Trade Agreement (FTA) with EFTA countries will take effect from October 1, 2025. He emphasized India's ongoing trade discussions with several nations and highlighted the success of the One District, One Product (ODOP) initiative, which
HSN Codes
Union Minister of Commerce and Industry, Shri Piyush Goyal, launched a Guidebook on Mapping of Harmonized System of Nomenclature (HSN) Codes, which allocates 12,167 HSN Codes to 31 Ministries and Departments. This initiative aims to enhance manufacturing development, investment promotion, and trade facilitation, supporting India's vision of
India
A delegation led by India's Commerce and Industries Minister, Shri Piyush Goyal, is set to visit the United States on September 22, 2025, to continue discussions on a mutually beneficial trade agreement. This follows positive talks held with U.S. Trade Representative officials during their visit to India
logistics
Union Minister of Commerce and Industry, Shri Piyush Goyal, launched Integrated State and City Logistics Plans under the SMILE initiative, aimed at enhancing logistics efficiency and supply chain competitiveness in India. The initiative, supported by the Asian Development Bank, will begin in eight cities and is part of a broader
Make in India
Union Minister Piyush Goyal launched the Make in India Commemorative Coin in New Delhi, marking ten years of the initiative aimed at transforming India into a global manufacturing hub. The initiative has significantly boosted foreign direct investment, improved the ease of doing business, and expanded India's startup ecosystem.
HSN Codes
Union Minister Piyush Goyal launched a Guidebook on Mapping of Harmonized System of Nomenclature (HSN) Codes, which includes 12,167 codes across 31 Ministries. This initiative aims to enhance policymaking, support trade negotiations, and strengthen India's role in global value chains, contributing to the vision of Viksit Bharat@