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The Federation of Indian Export Organizations represents the Indian entrepreneurs’ spirit of enterprise in the global market. Known popularly as "FIEO", this apex body of Indian export promotion organizations was set up jointly by the Ministry of Commerce, Government of India and private trade and industry in the year 1965. FIEO is thus a partner of the Government of India in promoting India’s exports.
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The All India Exporters' Chamber is the oldest voluntary body of Indian exporters. Operating principally in the field of international trading, the AIEC provides the Indian exporters with an opportunity to participate in exploring and expanding the overseas market, balanced by helping the foreign buyer to pinpoint the Indian exporter capable of meeting their requirements.
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APEDA was established by the Government of India under the Agricultural and Processed Food Products Export Development Authority Act passed by Parliament in December, 1985. APEDA is mandated with the responsibility of export promotion and development of the following scheduled products: Fruits, Vegetables and their Products, Meat and Meat Products, Poultry and Poultry Products, Dairy Products, etc.
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The Marine Products Export Development Authority (MPEDA) was constituted in 1972 under the Marine Products Export Development Authority Act 1972. The role envisaged for the MPEDA under the statute is comprehensive - covering fisheries of all kinds, increasing exports, specifying standards, processing, marketing, extension and training in various aspects of the industry.
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The Carpet Export Promotion Council of India (CEPC) was set up by the Government of India in 1982 with a view to promote the exports of hand knitted carpets and other floor coverings. The Council advises the government on export promotion measures and helps the exporters' community in bringing their problems and requirements to the notice of the government. It provides expertise in many spheres both for the Indian exporters and foreign buyers.
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The Engineering Export Promotion Council (EEPC) was set up in 1955 under the sponsorship of Ministry of Commerce, Govt. of India, for export promotion of engineering goods, projects and services from India. Initially, it started with a few hundreds of engineering units as a small outfit, with a passage of time it has grown to be the largest Export Promotion Council having membership of nearly 12,000 from amongst large Corporate Houses, Star Trading Houses, Small & Medium Scale Units (SME), Trading Houses, etc.
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The Export Promotion Council for EOUs and SEZ Units (EPCES) has been set- up to service the export promotional needs of 100% Export Oriented Units (EOUs), Special Economic Zone (SEZ) Units and Agri Economic Zones in the country. EPCES represents EOU/SEZ Sector, which has over 2900 EOUs/SEZ Units, spread all over the country. This Council is a multi-product and scheme specific Export Promotion Council. The EOUs/SEZ Units cover major industrial sectors like Textiles, Garments & Yarn, Food & Agro Products, Electronics & Software, Chemical, Engineering, Minerals, Granite, etc.
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Electronics and Computer Software Export Promotion Council (ESC) is India’s largest electronics and IT trade facilitation organisation sponsored by Government of India. ESC has over 2300 member companies across the length and breadth of the country in several ICT sub sectors including Computer Software / Service and Electronics Hardware.
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Export Promotion Council for Handicrafts (EPCH) has been established under the Exim Policy of Govt. of India in 1986-87 and is a non-profit earning organisation. EPCH is an apex organisation of trade, industry and government sponsored by ministry of Textile, government of India for promotion of handicrafts from country and projected India's image abroad as a reliable supplier of high quality of handicraft goods & services
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The Gem & Jewellery Export Promotion Council (GJEPC) has over the years effectively moulded the scattered efforts of individual exporters to make the gem and jewellery sector a powerful engine driving India's export-led growth. This apex body has played a significant role in the evolution of the Indian gem and jewellery industry to its present stature. GJEPC is continuously working towards creating a pool of artisans and designers trained to international standards so as to consolidate the Indian jewellery industry and establish it as a prominent global player in the jewellery segment.
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The Apparel Export Promotion Council (AEPC) is sponsored by the Ministry of Textiles, Govt. of India. The role of AEPC is to monitor garment exports quotas and promotion of exports of readymade garments from India. The council has been continuously involved in the task of promoting exports by organising buyer-seller meets, leading trade delegations to potential markets globally, participating in specialised international fairs, organising the India International Garment Fair biannually, and organising seminars on fashion & workshops on technical aspects of the industry.
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Basic Chemicals, Pharmaceuticals & Cosmetics Export Promotion Council (CHEMEXCIL), was established in the year 1963 with the objective of making concerted efforts to promote exports of Basic Organic and Inorganic Chemicals, Dyes, Pesticides, Soaps, Detergents, Cosmetics, Toiletries and other products like Agarbattis, Essential, Castor Oil, etc. The Council also has some functional committees which attend to some specialised aspects of Council's work like Projects, Publicity and Exhibitions, Registration and Export Assistance, Budget, etc.
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The Cashew Export Promotion Council of India (CEPC) was established by the Government of India in the year 1955. The aim of CEPC is promoting exports of cashew kernels and cashewnut shell liquid from India. The Council provides the necessary institutional frame-work for performing the different functions that serve to intensify and promote exports of cashew kernels and cashewnut shell liquid.
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Chemical & Allied Products Export Promotion Council (CAPEXIL) was established by the Ministry of Commerce, Government of India in March 1958 to promote export of Chemical and Allied Products from India. CAPEXIL sends trade delegation to all major and developing markets around the world, showcases Indian exports all over the world through exhibitions, fairs. The council is an ISO 9001: 2000 certified organisation.
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Cotton Textile Export Promotion Council (TEXPROCIL) – a non-profit export promotion body – has become the international face of Indian Cotton Textiles, successfully facilitating exports. The most important function of TEXPROCIL is the collection of vital market information and collation of the same. Information with regards to new products, new ranges, government policies, rules and regulations, changing trends, quality standards, products commanding greater demand in the global markets and statistics about the exports of Indian cotton textiles are disseminated regularly.
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The Council for Leather Exports was set up Ministry of Commerce, Government of India, in July 1984 under the Indian Companies Act 1956. The Council is entrusted with export promotion activities and overall development of the Indian leather industry. The Council's activities also include promoting Foreign Direct Investments and Joint Ventures in the Indian leather industry. The CLE creates a bridge between Indian leather exporters and buyers all over the world.
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Handloom Export Promotion Council (HEPC) is sponsored by the Ministry of Textiles, Government of India. The main objective of HEPC is promoting the exports of all handloom products like fabrics, home furnishings, carpets and floor coverings, etc. The Handloom industry mainly exports fabrics, bed linen, table linen, toilet and kitchen linen, towels, curtains, cushions and pads, etc. The HEPC provides all support and guidance to the Indian Handloom exporters and International buyers for trade promotion and International marketing.
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The Indian Silk Export Promotion Council (ISEPC) was established by the Government of India in June 1983. The objective of ISEPC is to promote and regulate the export of high quality natural silk goods like fabrics, made-ups, readymade garments and machine made carpets. The purpose of keeping abreast of the various developments in the silk trade, both International and domestic, the council publishes a bulletin called the SILKNET which is distributed free of costs to its member.
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National Agricultural Cooperative Marketing Federation of India Ltd.(NAFED) was established on 2nd October 1958 and is registered under the Multi State Co-operative Societies Act. Nafed was setup with the object to promote Co-operative marketing of Agricultural Produce to benefit the farmers. Agricultural farmers are the main members of Nafed, who have the authority to say in the form of members of the General Body in the working of NAFED.
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Project Exports Promotion Council (PEPC) was established by the Ministry of Commerce & Industry, Government of India in 1984 (as Overseas Construction Council of India). PEPC in line with the Foreign Trade Policy of the Government of India not only undertakes the necessary export promotion initiatives but also provides necessary technical information, guidance and support to Indian construction and process engineering contractors and consultants – in public or private sector – to set up overseas projects. Besides, PEPC also provides the necessary technical and market information, guidance and export promotion facilitation to the traders/manufacturers of various Project Construction items (excluding steel and cement).
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The Plastics Export Promotion Council (PLEXCONCIL) sponsored by the Ministry of Commerce & Industry, Department of Commerce, Government of India, represents the exporting community of the Indian Plastics industry. The council represent exporters from the Indian Plastic Industry and our membership comprises over 2000 manufacturers/ exporters exporting a wide range of plastic items ranging from plastic raw materials to finished goods. PLEXCONCIL is involved in export promotional activities like participation in international trade fairs; sponsoring delegations to target markets; inviting business delegations from the overseas to India; organising buyer-seller meets both in India and the overseas and servicing the needs of its members.
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Shellac Export Promotion Council sponsored by the Ministry of Commerce, Govt. of India, to promote export of Shellac and Lac based products like Shellac, both Hand Made and Machine Made, Dewaxed Shellac, Seedlac, Aleuritic Acid, Bleached Lac and Shellac Wax. Shellac EPC builds a bridge between the Trade and the Government. International developments and Govt. Policies often dictate the course of exports, Shellac EPC activates its umbrella network to monitor and analyse these trends and accordingly Policy anomalies are either modified or changed in the interests of exports.
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The Sports Goods Export Promotion Council (SGEPC) was established by Government of India in 1958 to promote exports of sports goods and toys from India. SGEPC organizes trade promotion activities like Indian participation in International Trade fairs, Visits of Business Delegations, Promotional campaigns in international markets, etc. The council also provides important information to the members on market intelligence, standards & specifications, quality & design, and on any other issue which may directly or indirectly affect the industry.
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The Synthetic and Rayon Textiles Export Promotion Council (SRTEPC) is an apex organisation set up by the Government of India to promote exports of man-made synthetic & rayon textile items from India. SRTEPC provides up-to-date information to the Indian exporters and identifies markets for their products. SRTEPC organises export promotion programmes like Seminars concerning overseas marketing/ management, Workshops, Export finance, export/ import policies, procedures and facilitation schemes, Trade Fairs/ Exhibitions and Buyer-Seller Meets, etc.
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The Wool & Woollens Export Promotion Council (WWEPC) was established by Ministry of Textiles, Govt. of India in 1964 to promote exports of Indian Wool & Woollen products like Wool, Woollen Knitwears, Shawls, Rumals, Mufflers, Blankets, Stoles and others. One of the major functions of WWEPC is introducing foreign businessmen to local manufacturers/ exporters and provides them with the information useful in conducting business.
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The Central Silk Board (CSB) was constituted under an Act of Parliament with the objective of promoting the growth and development of sericulture in the country. The CSB provides necessary support for Research, Development, Extension and Training through its country-wide network of units. Besides, the CSB organizes production and supply of quality silkworm seed, mulberry cuttings, etc.
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Coconut Development Board (CDB) was established under the Ministry of Agriculture, Government of India, in 1981 for the integrated development of coconut cultivation and industry in the country with focus on productivity and product diversification. The function of CDB is to assist, encourage, promote and finance agricultural, technological, industrial or economic research on coconut and its products.
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The Coffee Board of India is functioning under the Ministry of Commerce and Industry, Government of India. The Board focuses on research, development, extension, quality up-gradation, market information, and the domestic and external promotion of Indian coffee. It also encourages the consumption of coffee in India and abroad. The Board also participates in food and Beverage exhibitions.
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Coir Board is a statutory body established by the Government of India for the promotion and development of Coir Industry in India and Abroad. It works under the supervision of the Central Government and looks after the production of husks, coir yarn, licensing exporters of coir yarn and coir products and taking such other appropriate steps. The board also involved in collecting statistics from manufacturers of, and dealers in, coir products and from such other persons as may be prescribed, on any matter relating to the coir industry.
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The Jute Manufactures Development Council (JMDC) is created by Ministry of Textiles, Government of India in 1983 for promotion of Indian Jute. The Council provides better marketing of jute products, although it addresses itself to multi-dimensional activities. JMDC collaborates with the apex state and central marketing agencies and jointly organising seminars, workshops, live demonstration, showrooms, exhibitions, etc.
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The Rubber Board is a statutory body constituted by the Government of India, under the Rubber Act 1947, for the overall development of the rubber industry in the country. The board provides training to the students for improving methods of planting, cultivation, manuring and spraying. It has the collection of statistics from owners of estates, dealers and manufacturers.
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Spices Board was constituted on February 26, 1986 and functions under the Ministry of Commerce & Industry, Govt. of India. The board is responsible for the export promotion of the scheduled spices. It also looks after the production and development of Cardamom and Vanilla. It is also engaged in providing quality certification, quality control, registration of exporters, Collection & documentation of trade information.
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The Tea Board was constituted on April 1, 1954 and functions as a statutory body of the Central Government under the Ministry of Commerce. The board has wide functions and responsibilities like Rendering financial and technical assistance for cultivation, manufacture and marketing of tea; Export Promotion; Aiding Research and Development activities for augmentation of tea production and improvement of tea quality; Collection and maintenance of Statistical data and publication, etc.
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The Tobacco Board was established by the Government of India in 1976, under the Tobacco Board Act of 1975. The board aims at the planned development of Tobacco Industry in the country. It regulates the production and curing of Virginia Tobacco with regard to the demand in India and abroad.
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