DGFT: FTAs Set to Unlock New Global Export Markets for Indian Apparel MSMEs

A DGFT official says India's free trade agreements are expected to open significant export opportunities for MSMEs, including apparel exporters. A comprehensive support ecosystem is needed to strengthen their global market presence.

— Filed Tue, 30 Jun, 2026, 17:02 IST · Source Apparel Resources India · Updated

DGFT official says India's free trade agreements are expected to open significant export opportunities for MSMEs, including apparel exporters, with a comprehensive support ecosystem needed to strengthen their global market presence.

Why this matters

DGFT shifts from recent import-tightening moves—gold import caps, the stalled India-UAE CEPA gold quota route, and mandatory silver import nods—to an export-led push backing apparel MSMEs via FTAs.

Retail-company theme accelerating at +447300% QoQ.