POLICY

India reopens PLI scheme applications for textiles after policy revisions

India–UK CETA opens a new chapter for India’s leather & footwear sector

The Council for Leather Exports Welcomes the Flagging-off of Export Consignments under the India–UK Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement (CETA).

Tamil Nadu’s leather sector plans to thrive in the FTA Era

Facing rising talent competition in Chennai, Tamil Nadu’s leather industry urges the state government to develop dedicated women’s housing and skilling facilities.

Private investment key to Viksit Bharat 2047: FICCI-CRF

Industry leaders call for policy stability, reforms and stronger Centre-State coordination to unlock investment

India, ASEAN accelerate AITIGA review to boost bilateral trade

Trade pact overhaul aims to improve market access, customs procedures and supply chain integration

India's CLE hosts knowledge session on FTA benefits for exporters

The Council for Leather Exports (CLE) hosted an FTA Outreach Programme in Noida to help leather and footwear manufacturers leverage trade pacts for the sector's growth.

India aims $1 trillion in exports with 7-point plan for MSMEs, industrial hubs

India targets $1 trillion in exports as government rolls out seven-point strategy for MSMEs and industrial hubs.

Unlocking growth in South Africa’s footwear and leather sector

Structural reforms, value-chain collaboration, and market access are championed as catalysts for sustained industrial expansion.

Pakistan launches modernization drive to lift footwear exports

Pakistan has unveiled a Rs (PKR) 8.4 billion financial blueprint spanning five years to completely overhaul and modernize Pakistan’s domestic footwear industry.

Tamil Nadu's leather industry seeks infra support to boost export

The industry has urged the state government to provide dedicated worker housing, modernisation subsidies, and 1,000-acre manufacturing park to target 60% share of national leather exports by 2030.