Ministry of Commerce & Industry press release · 10 April 2026 · pibtracker filter

Union Minister of Commerce and Industry Shri Piyush Goyal Holds Meeting with H.E. Jasem Mohamed Al Budaiwi, GCC Secretary General

PRID2250942 MinistryMinistry of Commerce & Industry Released10 April 2026 Reading6 min

India–GCC Reaffirm Commitment to Regional Stability and Maintaining Supply Chain Resilience Posted On: 10 APR 2026 7:22PM by PIB Delhi Union Minister of Commerce and Industry, Shri Piyush Goyal, had a virtual call with his counterpart H.E. Jasem Mohamed Al Budaiwi, Secretary General, Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC). During the meeting, Shri Goyal expressed hope that the ceasefire announced in the Region would be enduring and would pave the way for lasting peace and stability. He reiterated India’s principled stance that differences can be resolved only through mutual dialogue. The Minister recalled strong people to people ties between India and GCC which form the core of strong economic and commercial relations with countries of the Region. He expressed hope that GCC will continue to play its role as a unifying force. He also conveyed India’s solidarity with GCC countries and reiterated support in addressing any supply chain challenges faced for essential food items. He appreciated measures taken to strengthen logistics and explore alternate routes to maintain resilience. Both sides emphasized the need for coordinated efforts to ensure smooth trade flows. The meeting reaffirmed the shared commitment to further strengthening India-GCC economic partnership in a spirit of cooperation and mutual support. *** Abhishek Dayal/Abhijith Narayanan (Release ID: 2250942) Visitor Counter : 359 Read this release in: Urdu , हिन्दी , Marathi , Gujarati , Telugu Ministry of Commerce & Industry Union Minister of Commerce and Industry Shri Piyush Goyal Holds Meeting with H.E. Jasem Mohamed Al Budaiwi, GCC Secretary General India–GCC Reaffirm Commitment to Regional Stability and Maintaining Supply Chain Resilience Posted On: 10 APR 2026 7:22PM by PIB Delhi Union Minister of Commerce and Industry, Shri Piyush Goyal, had a virtual call with his counterpart H.E. Jasem Mohamed Al Budaiwi, Secretary General, Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC). During the meeting, Shri Goyal expressed hope that the ceasefire announced in the Region would be enduring and would pave the way for lasting peace and stability. He reiterated India’s principled stance that differences can be resolved only through mutual dialogue. The Minister recalled strong people to people ties between India and GCC which form the core of strong economic and commercial relations with countries of the Region. He expressed hope that GCC will continue to play its role as a unifying force. He also conveyed India’s solidarity with GCC countries and reiterated support in addressing any supply chain challenges faced for essential food items. He appreciated measures taken to strengthen logistics and explore alternate routes to maintain resilience. Both sides emphasized the need for coordinated efforts to ensure smooth trade flows. The meeting reaffirmed the shared commitment to further strengthening India-GCC economic partnership in a spirit of cooperation and mutual support. *** Abhishek Dayal/Abhijith Narayanan (Release ID: 2250942) India–GCC Reaffirm Commitment to Regional Stability and Maintaining Supply Chain Resilience" /> Union Minister of Commerce and Industry, Shri Piyush Goyal, had a virtual call with his counterpart H.E. Jasem Mohamed Al Budaiwi, Secretary General, Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC). During the meeting, Shri Goyal expressed hope that the ceasefire announced in the Region would be enduring and would pave the way for lasting peace and stability. He reiterated India’s principled stance that differences can be resolved only through mutual dialogue. The Minister recalled strong people to people ties between India and GCC which form the core of strong economic and commercial relations with countries of the Region. He expressed hope that GCC will continue to play its role as a unifying force. He also conveyed India’s solidarity with GCC countries and reiterated support in addressing any supply chain challenges faced for essential food items. He appreciated measures taken to strengthen logistics and explore alternate routes to maintain resilience. Both sides emphasized the need for coordinated efforts to ensure smooth trade flows. 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