Global trade is undergoing a period of significant transformation. Geopolitical shifts, evolving trade agreements, changing tariff structures, supply chain disruptions, emerging market opportunities, and increasing compliance requirements are reshaping the way businesses engage with international markets.
For Indian exporters, manufacturers, MSMEs, and trade stakeholders, staying informed and adapting to these developments has become essential for sustaining competitiveness and unlocking new growth opportunities. Businesses today require not only timely information but also practical guidance from experts who understand the complexities of global trade.
Recognizing this need, the Trade Promotion Council of India (TPCI) is launching Trade Talks, a dedicated webinar series designed to facilitate meaningful dialogue, share actionable insights, and help businesses navigate the rapidly evolving trade landscape.
About Trade Talks
Trade Talks is a live, interactive webinar series that brings together policymakers, trade experts, industry leaders, export professionals, logistics specialists, compliance experts, financial institutions and business practitioners to discuss the issues that matter most to exporters and businesses.
The initiative is founded on a simple premise:
The opportunities are bigger. The conversations are sharper. And the questions businesses are asking today will shape tomorrow’s trade.
Through regular sessions, Trade Talks will serve as a platform where businesses can engage directly with experts, gain practical insights, understand policy developments, and explore solutions to challenges affecting international trade.
Objectives
The key objectives of Trade Talks are:
- To create a knowledge-sharing platform for India’s export and trade community.
- To provide practical guidance on trade-related challenges and opportunities.
- To facilitate dialogue between businesses and domain experts.
- To enhance awareness about trade policies, regulations, and market access mechanisms.
- To support exporters in leveraging Free Trade Agreements (FTAs) and emerging global opportunities.
- To strengthen the competitiveness of Indian businesses in international markets.
- To promote informed decision-making through trade intelligence and expert insights.
Key Themes
Trade Talks will cover a wide range of contemporary trade and export-related issues, including:
- Market access barriers and international trade regulations
- Tariff developments and their business implications
- Free Trade Agreements (FTAs) and preferential market access
- Export incentives and government support schemes
- Customs procedures and trade facilitation measures
- Logistics, shipping, and supply chain management
- Trade finance and banking solutions
- Product certification, standards, and compliance requirements
- Sustainability and ESG requirements in global trade
- Sector-specific export opportunities
- Emerging markets and global expansion strategies
- Digital trade and e-commerce exports
- Trade intelligence and market research
Format
The webinar series will feature:
- Live expert-led discussions
- Interactive question-and-answer sessions
- Case studies and practical business examples
- Policy and regulatory updates
- Industry perspectives and success stories
- Trade intelligence and market insights
Each session will focus on a specific theme and provide participants with actionable takeaways that can be applied directly to their export and international business strategies.
Inaugural Session
The inaugural edition of Trade Talks is scheduled for:
Date: 4 June 2026 – 3:00 PM (IST)
Speaker: Tapan Mazumder, Advisor, TPCI
Format: Live Webinar
The opening session will set the stage for future discussions by examining key developments shaping global trade, emerging opportunities for Indian exporters, and strategic approaches to navigating the evolving international trade environment.
Expected Outcomes
Trade Talks aims to build an informed and connected trade community by:
- Enhancing awareness of global trade developments.
- Improving exporters’ understanding of market opportunities and challenges.
- Facilitating knowledge exchange between experts and businesses.
- Supporting export growth through informed decision-making.
- Strengthening India’s trade ecosystem through continuous engagement and capacity building.
As India strengthens its position in global commerce and expands its international trade footprint, informed dialogue and timely insights have never been more important. Trade Talks seeks to bridge the gap between policy, industry, and practice by creating a platform where ideas, expertise, and opportunities converge.
By bringing critical trade conversations to the table, TPCI aims to empower businesses with the knowledge and confidence needed to succeed in an increasingly competitive global marketplace.
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