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India Addresses Logistical Disruptions Amid West Asia Crisis, Trade Flows Under Pressure

March 17, 2026 4 min read
author Our Correspondent,
The Commerce Secretary has acknowledged significant logistical challenges currently impacting trade operations, with air cargo facing particular difficulties due to disruptions in flight schedules and routes."There are logistical challenges that are being faced. Air cargo is also facing certain challenges because of some destruction in flights," the Commerce Secretary stated while addressing the ongoing situation.The official warned that these disruptions are likely to have ramifications for trade flows between India and the affected region. The bilateral nature of the trade relationship means both sides will experience the impact of these operational challenges."It will have some impact. Their imports from India will also suffer because they are also dependent on India for multiple categories," Agrawal explained, highlighting the interdependence between India and its trading partners in the region.Despite these challenges, the Commerce Secretary struck an

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