India sets up high-level panel to fix export bottlenecks as US tariff war heats up

External Affairs Ministry set to fix export bottlenecks as US tariff war heats up. The Indian government has constituted a high-level committee to examine the impact of customs duties, GST, export incentives and clearance procedures on the country’s outbound shipments. The move comes as India faces declining exports and escalating global trade pressures including a steep tariff hike from the United States. The panel comprising senior officials from the commerce, finance and industry ministries along with representatives from key export bodies will recommend measures to streamline customs processes reduce documentation burdens and improve port logistics, sources told.  The formation of the panel comes amid a troubling trade performance. In June 2025, India’s merchandise exports fell 0.05% year on year to $35.14 billion, the lowest