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Date: 02/04/2024

US raises concern on import regime of certain information and communications technology products 

The United States has raised concerns with India regarding the import regime of certain information and communications technology products, including laptops and tablets, amid New Delhi’s decision to restrict inbound shipments of such products. At present, an authorisation is needed for importers of certain IT hardware goods into India. The USA’s National Trade Estimate Report on Foreign Trade Barriers 2024 said American exporters have raised concerns over the lack of prior stakeholder consultation on the issues. The US continues to monitor implementation and to raise concerns with India (on this), it said. The report alleged opaque and unpredictable nature of India’s application of quantitative restrictions. It also said that India lacks an overarching government procurement policy and, as a result, government procurement practices and procedures vary among different ministries within the central government, said a report.
 
Source: Exim News Service: Washington, April 1