Ahmedabad: The Basic Chemicals, Cosmetics and Dyes Export Promotion Council (CHEMEXCIL), under the Ministry of Commerce & Industry, yesterday organised a one-day workshop titled “Compliance, Connectivity and Competitiveness: A Road Map for Chemical Exporters” in Ahmedabad.
Addressing the gathering, Satish Wagh, Chairman, CHEMEXCIL, said in a statement, "the initiative reflects the Council’s commitment to fostering a clean, transparent, and globally competitive chemical export ecosystem through awareness and capacity building."
Emphasising the theme of the workshop, he noted that compliance ensures credibility, connectivity enables market access, and competitiveness drives long-term sustainability. “If we align these three pillars strategically, India can emerge not just as a large exporter, but as a global leader in responsible chemical manufacturing,” he noted.
Highlighting the sector’s performance, Wagh shared that India’s chemical exports stood at USD 15.96 billion during April 2025 to January 2026, demonstrating resilience amid global economic challenges. He urged exporters to ensure that Indian chemical products meet the highest global standards, while encouraging them to become digitally empowered and globally connected. Stressing the importance of forward-looking strategies, he remarked that sustainability must become the sector’s competitive edge and innovation its defining identity.
The workshop featured expert-led sessions on newly announced Labour Codes, Free Trade Agreements, and the Directorate General of Foreign Trade’s Trade Connect e-Platform. Representatives from PwC, Deloitte, and Universal Connections shared practical insights and implementation guidance, making the sessions interactive and industry-focused.
More than 80 chemical exporters, particularly from the MSME segment, participated in the programme and benefited from direct interaction with policymakers and subject-matter experts. The event reinforced CHEMEXCIL’s role as a vital interface between industry and government, supporting exporters through capacity building, policy awareness, and facilitation.
Source Name : Economic Times