Question : GSP Benefits

(a) whether the US Government is ending the GSP benefits granted to India in 1976 and if so, the details thereof;
(b) whether any discussions have taken place in this regard during the recently held Shanghai Cooperation Organisation summit;
(c) if so, the details thereof;
(d) whether it is true that India is contemplating on joining China-Russia call for new Trading System; and
(e) if so, the details thereof?

Answer given by the minister

THE MINISTER OF COMMERCE AND INDUSTRY
(SHRI PIYUSH GOYAL)
(a) Yes, sir
US has withdrawn the GSP benefits to India with effect from 5th June, 2019 vide its Presidential proclamation dated 31st May, 2019
(b) No.
(c) Not Applicable
(d) No.
(e) Not Applicable
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