Sarbananda Sonowal, Hon’ble Union Minister for Ports, Shipping and Waterways, chaired a key review and consultation meeting with leading port and maritime stakeholders to assess India’s preparedness amid evolving global shipping dynamics.
The high-level meeting brought together representatives from major shipping lines, terminal operators, and trade bodies. Discussions centred on strategic adaptation to shifting global trade patterns, with a particular focus on export-import cargo movements linked to the Middle East—an increasingly sensitive and dynamic trade corridor.
Stakeholders shared real-time, on-ground insights and outlined measures being implemented to ensure continuity, efficiency, and resilience across supply chains in the face of geopolitical uncertainties.
During the meeting, Gaurav Dayal, Chairperson of Jawaharlal Nehru Port Authority (JNPA), highlighted a series of trade facilitation initiatives undertaken by the port to mitigate disruptions arising from the evolving situation in the Middle East. These measures are aimed at ensuring smooth cargo flows, reducing bottlenecks, and supporting exporters and importers during the ongoing volatility.
The consultation reflects the government’s proactive approach to engaging industry stakeholders and strengthening India’s maritime ecosystem to remain agile and competitive in a rapidly changing global trade environment.