West Asia crisis: India to roll out exporter support package this week

• India to announce measures this week to support exporters hit by West Asia disruptions, Commerce Secretary Rajesh Agrawal confirmed on March 16.
• Logistical challenges affecting ship and air cargo movement are impacting trade with the region.
• An inter-ministerial group under DGFT monitors the situation daily to address exporters' concerns and find solutions.
• Disruptions may affect India's full export potential, though overall exports are still expected to grow this fiscal year.
• India aims for $860 billion in goods and services exports this fiscal, compensating losses by targeting other markets.