India Restricts Exports to Maldives amid Tensions
In response to escalating tensions with Malé, on 15th April, 2024, India decided to impose restrictions on exports to the Maldives, with the Directorate General of Foreign Trade (DGFT) implementing port restrictions for the shipment of essential commodities to the island nation during the fiscal year 2024-25.
- The DGFT has issued a notification under the Foreign Trade (Development & Regulation) Act, 1992, incorporating specific conditions for exporting essential commodities under the prohibited/restricted category to the Maldives.
- Essential commodities falling under this category will only be exported to the Maldives through four designated customs stations: Mundra Sea Port in Gujarat, ....
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