GJEPC Statement – Impact of US Reciprocal Tariff on Indian Gem and Jewellery Trade
Indian gem & jewellery industry, like the rest of the world, is trying to analyse the evolving global economic landscape due to the reciprocal tariff announcement by USA on countries worldwide. The Gem & Jewellery Export Promotion Council (GJEPC) though understands the U.S. administration’s intent to address trade and tariff imbalances through reciprocal tariffs, however urges the U.S. to uphold the spirit of the longstanding trade partnership between India and the United States, which has been built on mutual respect and shared economic interests
Tariff Impact on Indian Exporters and American Consumers
The Trump administration’s announcement of a 27% reciprocal tariff on Indian gem and jewellery exports to the US would be a significant burden on Indian exporters and American consumers alike. While the tariff’s application to competing nations presents both challenges and opportunities, it is likely to significantly impact India’s diamond and jewellery sector—a cornerstone of its exports to the US. In the long term, we foresee a reshaping global supply chains. In short run, we anticipate challenges in sustaining India’s current export volume of USD 10 billion to the US market. We urge the Government of India to progress the Bilateral Trade Agreement between India and the US, as it would be crucial in navigating the tariff issues and securing long term interest of the sector.
GJEPC’s Engagement and Advocacy
Additionally, GJEPC is actively engaging with stakeholders to address these risks and advocate for balanced solutions that ensure continued access to the U.S. market.
About The Gem and Jewellery Export Promotion Council (GJEPC)
GJEPC’s Role and Reach
The Gem & Jewellery Export Promotion Council (GJEPC), set up by the Ministry of Commerce, Government of India (GoI) in 1966, is one of several Export Promotion Councils (EPCs) launched by the Indian Government, to boost the country’s export thrust, when India’s post-Independence economy began making forays in the international markets. Since 1998, the GJEPC has been granted autonomous status. The GJEPC is the apex body of the gems & jewellery industry and today represents 8800 members in the sector. With headquarters in Mumbai, GJEPC has Regional Offices in New Delhi, Kolkata, Chennai, Surat and Jaipur, all of which are major centres for the industry. It thus has a wide reach and is able to have a closer interaction with members to serve them in a direct and more meaningful manner. Over the past decades, GJEPC has emerged as one of the most active EPCs and has continuously strived to both expand its reach and depth in its promotional activities as well as widen and increase services to its members.
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