| | Weekly business and foreign investment news roundup in Asia by Asia Briefing and Dezan Shira & Associates. |
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| | | | With a market size of around US$58 billion, the pharmaceutical industry in India is poised for growth as new product frontiers emerge alongside biotechnology applications and the commercialization of healthcare. Domestic opportunities remain in underserved Tier 2/3 cities while shifting disease patterns and emphasis on well-being offer fresh impetus. | | | | | India and China have agreed in principle to resume direct flights, visa issuance, and the Kailash Mansarovar Yatra for pilgrims. The announcement followed a two-day visit to Beijing by India’s Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri, signaling renewed diplomatic engagement between Asia’s two largest economies. | | | | | The Directorate General of Foreign Trade (DGFT) of India has unveiled the enhanced Certificate of Origin (eCoO) 2.0 system, introducing significant upgrades to simplify export certification processes and improve trade efficiency. Effective January 1, 2025, the electronic filing of Non-Preferential Certificates of Origin is mandatory through this platform. Exporters can now request corrections to previously issued certificates through a straightforward online process. | | | | | India’s defense manufacturing sector is steadily growing, driven by policy reforms, increased budget allocations, technological advancements, and a focused push for domestic production. The country is keen to become a global defense manufacturing hub, combining indigenous capability development with strategic international collaboration. | | | | | Well-connected to key trade and manufacturing hubs in South and Southeast Asia, Odisha is home to the Paradip port, the largest port in eastern India. In this state profile, we explore the major sectors in Odisha and the investor facilitation policies that support business growth. |
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