GJEPC organised a workshop at Zaveri Bazaar, Mumbai, on 25th November to introduce its new initiative, 'How and Why to Export', a programme aimed at equipping aspiring exporters in the gem and jewellery sector with foundational export knowledge. The initiative is designed to strengthen MSME participation in global trade by offering clarity on procedures, documentation, compliance requirements, and available government support. It also aligns with the shared objective of the IIJS and MSME divisions to assist non-exporting members in transitioning to international markets.

During the session, GJEPC officials delivered an in-depth presentation structured across three key themes. The first highlighted the Council’s pivotal role for exporters, detailing its contributions to trade facilitation, policy representation, global promotion and market intelligence. The second provided a step-by-step roadmap to initiating exports, covering essentials such as obtaining an IEC, managing logistics and documentation, and understanding financial and compliance frameworks. The final segment outlined government schemes and incentives relevant to exporters, including credit assistance and MSME-focused programmes.

The workshop marks an important step in preparing new entrants for overseas business and widening India’s exporter base. GJEPC plans to conduct similar sessions across major trading hubs in the coming months, ensuring broader outreach and industry participation.

Source: GJEPC