The Indian government has imposed restrictions on the export of certain essential commodities to the Maldives for the 2024-25 fiscal year. This notification was issued on April 15, 2024.
This move comes amidst ongoing tensions between the two countries.
Key aspects of this notification are as follows:
Products Affected
The restrictions apply to essential commodities categorized as “prohibited” or “restricted” under Indian foreign trade regulations.
Exports to Maldives will be permitted only through the following custom stations:
- Mundra Sea Port
- Tuticorin Sea Port
- Nhava Sheva Sea Port (JNPT)
- ICD Tughlakabad
This move restricts the export channels for these essential goods to the Maldives, potentially impacting trade flows between the two nations.
