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Reiterating the slogan ‘Vocal for local and local goes global’, Union Minister of State for Commerce and Industry, Anupriya Patel has urged exporters to focus on untapped potential in every district to diversify export basket. The Minister further noted that the export community must contribute towards a developed India. Its contribution is huge for the brand image of the country. Ministry of Commerce and Industry is with export community at all steps to assist and support.

Urging exporters to make the most of increasing bilateral engagements, she said ‘Today we are lauded as the fifth largest economy. In next 4-5 years we are poised to be 3rd largest. The Government is making sure that as we advance, we create more opportunities. Our bilateral engagement has been increasing in terms of the large number of FTAs we are negotiating with UAE, Australia and others. Make use of these opportunities to reach global markets.’

Stressing on the importance of creativity and innovation she noted, ‘Creativity and innovation very important in exports. As exporters you know the significance of being more innovative in products. I urge you to invest more in research. Global markets today are evolving. We have to understand and adapt to changing needs of the time.’