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The day for the FICCI Defence Business Mission at Egypt Defence Expo (EDEX 2025) started with meetings at the India Pavilion, followed by interactions with delegations from various countries. The FICCI Defence Business Mission also met with various counterparts to explore opportunities for mutual cooperation and exports. #EDEX2025 #defenceexport #makefortheworld

A very strong point about the Indian economy today is its macro stability. If you look at the risks that could affect the economy, there are very few. Inflation is low, the deficit is under control, and overall indicators remain positive. On top of that, growth rates are robust. The only significant shift we have seen in the past few months is the increasing intertwining of geopolitics and economics. This is an area where we need to tread carefully as businesses. Supply chain security, availability of critical minerals, and agility with respect to key export markets are issues that the industry needs to keep a close eye on and take forward: FICCI President Mr Anant Goenka in conversation with Mr Siddharth Zarabi of Business Today. #FICCISpeaks

The top priority that we believe the government must focus on in the upcoming Budget is Atmanirbharta. We need continued focus on investing in defense. We've asked for a 30% increase in capital investment on defense expenditure, a 10% increase on operating expenditure, and about Rs 10,000 crore outlay on DRDO-related investments. Our second ask is on export promotion. We have recommended an increased outlay on RoDTEP. The third is the critical minerals program that has come about. Also, we are recommending a critical minerals tailing recovery program: FICCI President Mr Anant Goenka in conversation with Ms Shereen Bhan of CNBC-TV18. #FICCISpeaks

Labor code reforms are a game-changer and positive for industry as well as the workers. The benefits are very clear in terms of retired benefits to employees, women working in night shifts, safety, movement and migration of people: FICCI President Mr Anant Goenka in conversation with Ms Shrimi Choudhary of NDTV Profit. #FICCISpeaks

For FICCI, our most important priority is to make India the factory of the world. We aim to raise the manufacturing share of GDP from 15–17% to 25%. To achieve this, we have four key priorities: the first is Manufacturing Excellence; the second is Trade and Supply Chain Security; the third is Ease of Doing Business; and the fourth is Innovation and R&D, said FICCI President Mr Anant Goenka in conversation with Ms Ayesha Faridi Vengsarkar of ET NOW #FICCISpeaks

FICCI Conducted a ‘Codex Masterclass on Risk Analysis Principles’ – a capacity building initiative in collaboration with Food Safety and Standards Authority of India. The discussions brought together subject matter experts to enhance knowledge and technical understanding of risk assessment frameworks. While addressing the gathering, Mr Rajit Punhani, CEO, FSSAI emphasized on the importance of collaboration between government, industry, and knowledge partners to ensure a coherent and unified national position on standard-setting process. He encouraged practical application of Codex risk analysis principles within respective domains and contribution in strengthening India’s food safety architecture. Mr Punhani acknowledged FICCI’s valuable role as a long-standing partner in facilitating dialogue, building awareness, and supporting India’s efforts in Codex-related activities. Dr Alka Rao, Advisor (Science & Standards & Regulations), FSSAI and Codex Contact Point, India, emphasized on the essential link between Codex and WTO-SPS frameworks and urged stakeholders to look Codex Alimentarius Commission together with WTO affairs. Dr Rao also identified packaging, sustainability, recycling, and novel food production systems as emerging domains requiring proactive Indian engagement. She reaffirmed that all Codex and WTO-aligned work remains rooted in the fundamental principle of ensuring human safety. Dr Rao further noted India’s achievements in CAC48 held in Rome, Italy this year. The speakers provided a comprehensive overview of risk analysis principles and highlighted various case studies for better understanding. FICCI also took this opportunity to celebrate India’s re-election in CCEXEC. FICCI Codex Cell stands committed to working closely with the government to contribute effectively to global Codex deliberations. Confederation of Indian Food Trade and Industry (CIFTI) FAO World Health Organization

एफटीए नीति सही, सात फीसद से ज्यादा रहेगी विकास दर: फिक्की अध्यक्ष श्री Anant Goenka की Dainik Jagran के साथ साक्षात्कार वार्ता पूरा लेख यहाँ पढ़ें: https://lnkd.in/dPSfx89M #FICCISpeaks

Indian macroeconomic fundamentals are strong and tax cuts will help boost private sector investment, says FICCI President Mr Anant Goenka in an interview with The Times Of India. Read more at: https://lnkd.in/d2EQMFiK #FICCISpeaks

After labour, land and power reforms need to be worked on next to reduce the cost of doing business and logistics: FICCI President Mr Anant Goenka in an interview with The Indian Express. Read more at: https://lnkd.in/dgvzbVWQ #FICCISpeaks

India's growth will likely exceed 7% in FY26. We have seen robust momentum this fiscal year, with GDP growing 7.8% in Q1 and 8.2% in Q2, driven by services and manufacturing: FICCI President Mr Anant Goenka to Hindustan Times. #FICCISpeaks