Parliamentary Standing Committee on Commerce Reviews India–US Trade Impact on Textiles in Coimbatore
The Department-related Parliamentary Standing Committee on Commerce, under the Chairpersonship of Ms Dola Sen, visited Coimbatore on January 8, 2026, as part of a study visit to evaluate India–US trade relations. The interaction focused specifically on the implications of India–US trade dynamics for the textiles and apparel sector, particularly exports to the United States. Around […]
Dr. A. Sakthivel Calls on Commerce Minister, Highlights Key Issues Facing Apparel Exporters
After assuming charge as Chairman of the Apparel Export Promotion Council (AEPC), Dr. A. Sakthivel called on the Hon’ble Union Minister of Commerce & Industry, Shri Piyush Goyal ji, in New Delhi. During the meeting, Dr. Sakthivel congratulated the Hon’ble Minister for the proactive and successful conclusion of several Free Trade Agreements (FTAs) and for […]
AEPC Chairman Meets Union Finance Minister to Discuss Export Support
New Delhi, 6 January 2026: Soon after assuming charge as Chairman of the Apparel Export Promotion Council (AEPC), Dr A. Sakthivel paid a courtesy visit to the Hon’ble Union Finance Minister, Smt Nirmala Sitharaman, at her office in New Delhi. During the meeting, Dr Sakthivel conveyed his sincere appreciation for the Government of India’s continued […]
Dr A. Sakthivel Assumes Charge as AEPC Chairman for Historic Fifth Term
New Delhi, 6 January 2026 Padma Shri awardee Dr A. Sakthivel, one of India’s most respected apparel industry leaders, has assumed charge as Chairman of the Apparel Export Promotion Council (AEPC) for a historic fifth term in January 2026. With this, Dr Sakthivel marks over four decades of continuous association with AEPC, having served as […]
AEPC Welcomes India–New Zealand FTA as a Turning Point for Apparel Exports
The Apparel Export Promotion Council (AEPC) has welcomed the conclusion of the India–New Zealand Free Trade Agreement, describing it as a significant milestone for India’s export ecosystem, particularly for the labour-intensive textiles and apparel sector. Dr A. Sakthivel, Vice Chairman, AEPC, termed the agreement a timely and strategic move that strengthens India’s global trade presence […]