India-New Zealand Free Trade Agreement
EPCH welcomes Landmark Pact unlocking New Opportunities for Handicrafts Exports and Global Trade Growth

India and New Zealand have signed a historic Free Trade Agreement (FTA) at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi. Following the signing of the agreement, the Ministry of Commerce & Industry, Government of India, convened a high-level interaction with trade and industry bodies, associations, chambers, and Export Promotion Councils (EPCs). EPCH was represented by Mr. Ravi K Passi, Former Chairman and COA Member, EPCH; Mr. Varun Sharma, COA Member, EPCH; and Mr. Rajesh Rawat, Executive Director, EPCH.....more

Buyer Promotions for 62nd IHGF Delhi Fair begin
Salone del Mobile, Milan; High Point Market, USA; Hong Kong Gifts & Premium Fair; Foire de Paris, France

EPCH buyer promotions for its 62nd IHGF Delhi Fair Autumn 2026, scheduled from 13th to 17th October, 2026, have started with the Council’s Chairman and a fair promotions team taking the Council’s representation to prime international shows and reade platforms, conducting one-on-one on-site promotions and road shows, meeting exhibitors in the fair, brand owners in the showrooms as well as importers and visitors at the fairs.......more

Department of Textiles & Handicrafts, Govt. of Arunachal Pradesh signs MoU with EPCH to boost State’s Handicrafts Sector

The MoU was signed in the presence of Hon’ble Minister of Textiles & Handicrafts, Arunachal Pradesh, Shri Nyato Dukam; Mrs. Mimum Tayeng IAS, Commissioner, Arunachal Pradesh; Mr. Rajesh Rawat, Executive Director, EPCH; and Director of Textiles & Handicrafts, Govt. of Arunachal Pradesh, Mr. Dorjee Phuntso. It outlines a comprehensive framework for collaboration, focusing on skill development through structured capacity-building programmes, product diversification aligned with global market trends and strengthening branding, packaging and storytelling of traditional crafts.........more