Archive · 15 Aug 2025
MSMEs Urge Speedy Launch of Export Portal Amid Tariff Concerns
India's small and medium businesses (MSMEs) want the government to quickly launch a special website called GMIS.
This website will help them find opportunities to sell their products in other countries.
MSMEs export a large part of what India sells, but they are worried about things like tariffs.
Not many MSMEs currently export due to lack of knowledge of global markets.
The GMIS will give them important information about where to sell, what products are needed, and how to ship them, helping them grow their business.
MSMEs urge government to launch the Global Market Intelligence Service (GMIS) portal without delay.
The GMIS aims to help MSMEs identify and capitalize on global export opportunities.
MSME exporters, contributing about 45% of India's exports, face headwinds, including potential tariffs.
Only about 173,000 Indian MSMEs export due to issues like low awareness of global markets.
The GMIS will provide insights on potential export markets, trends, and logistics to bridge this gap.
- Who
- India's micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs) and the Indian government.
- What
- MSMEs are urging the government to launch the GMIS to boost exports and address challenges like potential tariffs.
- When
- The need for the GMIS is immediate due to the impact of tariffs.
- Where
- India
- Why
- To help MSMEs expand exports, capitalize on global markets, and mitigate the effects of potential trade barriers.
MSMEs Concerns
Government and Experts Perspective
Impact of Trade Barriers
MSMEs Concerns
MSMEs are worried about the negative impacts of tariffs, particularly those imposed by the US.
Government and Experts Perspective
The government and experts believe that focusing on efficient logistics, digital links and smart trade infrastructure within MSME clusters is essential.
- MSME Contribution to Exports
- Around 45% of India’s total exports
- GMIS Purpose
- To help MSMEs find and tap into global export opportunities
- Businesses Represented by India SME Forum
- Around 100,000
- Number of Exporting MSMEs
- About 173,000
- Jobs Supported by Exports
- Approximately 32 million in FY24
