Kochi - The flag-off ceremony for the first consignment from Kerala under the India–New Zealand Free Trade Agreement (FTA) was held at Cochin Port CFS, marking an important step towards expanding export opportunities for businesses in the state.

The ceremony was attended by dignitaries and representatives from various government departments and trade-related organisations, including Customs, Immigration, Customs House Agents (CHA) Associations, the Directorate General of Foreign Trade (DGFT), the Federation of Indian Export Organisations (FIEO) and the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI).

The participation of these stakeholders highlighted the importance . . .