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‘Merchandise exports grew over 15%’: Piyush Goyal sees strong export growth despite global turmoil
Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal announced India's merchandise exports grew over 15% during April-August FY25 despite global uncertainties. He emphasized expanding trade with BRICS nations. Official August trade data will be released by the Commerce Ministry on September 15. This indicates resilient export performance amid geopolitical challenges, relevant for economy and international trade topics in competitive exams.
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- Merchandise exports grew over 15% during April-August FY25 (current fiscal year)
- Announced by Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal
- Official August trade data to be released by Commerce Ministry on September 15
- Scope highlighted for expanding goods and services trade with BRICS nations
- Growth achieved despite global uncertainties and geopolitical turmoil
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Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal announced India's merchandise exports grew over [ … ] during April-August FY25 despite global uncertainties.
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Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal announced India's merchandise exports grew over 15% during April-August FY25 despite global uncertainties.
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Merchandise exports grew over 15% during April-August FY25 (current fiscal year)
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