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FTP Notification No. 06\/2025-26<\/a> Dated 02-05-2025<\/em><\/p>\n

The Directorate General of Foreign Trade (DGFT)<\/strong>, through a notification dated 2nd May 2025<\/strong>, has amended the Foreign Trade Policy (FTP) 2023<\/strong> by inserting Para 2.20A<\/strong>, imposing a blanket ban on trade with Pakistan.<\/p>\n

1. Scope of the Prohibition<\/h2>\n

With immediate effect, the policy prohibits both direct and indirect import or transit<\/strong> of all goods that \u2013<\/p>\n

    \n
  • Originate in Pakistan<\/strong>, or<\/li>\n
  • Are exported from Pakistan<\/strong>,<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

    regardless of whether such goods are otherwise freely importable<\/strong> under the provisions of the FTP.<\/p>\n

    2. Grounds for the Ban<\/h2>\n

    The restriction has been imposed in the interest of national security and public policy<\/strong>.
    This aligns with India\u2019s broader strategic and security considerations and underscores the Government\u2019s discretion in regulating trade for non-commercial concerns.<\/p>\n

    3. Validity and Exceptions<\/h2>\n
      \n
    • The ban will remain in effect until further orders<\/strong>.<\/li>\n
    • Any exception to the restriction will require prior approval<\/strong> from the Government of India<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

      4. Implications for Stakeholders<\/h2>\n

      Importers, customs brokers, and logistics operators are advised to \u2013<\/p>\n

        \n
      • Review their existing and future consignments<\/strong> to ensure compliance with the amended policy;<\/li>\n
      • Seek appropriate clarifications or exemptions<\/strong> (if any) only through formal channels authorized by the Government.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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