Centre for Trade and Investment Law launches guidebook to help Indian MSMEs expand into global markets

The Centre for Trade and Investment Law (CTIL) at the Indian Institute of Foreign Trade, together with the Confederation of Indian Industry (CII), launched the guidebook *Going Global: A Practical Guide for Indian MSMEs* in New Delhi. The guidebook is positioned as a one‑stop resource to help micro, small and medium enterprises identify export opportunities, understand market‑access requirements, use free trade‑intelligence tools, comply with international standards and sustainability norms, and build export readiness. A panel discussion highlighted the use of preferential Rules of Origin under India’s FTAs, strategies for identifying export destinations, and the role of the Trade Remedies Advisory Cell (TRAC) in addressing unfair trade practices. The event underscored practical steps for MSMEs to enhance competitiveness in global value chains.