FIEO- Introduction The Federation of Indian Export Organisations represents the Indian entrepreneurs spirit of enterprise in the global

market. Known popularly as "FIEO", this apex body of Indian export promotion organizations was set up jointly by the Ministry of Commerce, Government of India and private trade and industry in the year 1965. FIEO is thus a partner of the Government of India in promoting India s exports Apex body of export promotion organisations of India; Set up in 1965; Provides the crucial interface between the international trading community of India & the Central/State Governments, financial institutions, ports, railways, surface transport and all involved in export trade facilitation directly and indirectly serves the interests of over 100,000 exporters in the country FIEO s direct members contribute more than 70% of India s exports. An ISO 9001:2008 certified organization ensuring high quality service to its members and associates Programmes of FIEO Facilities redressal of exporters problems by taking them up with the concerned authorities and through continued well documented systematic follow-up of each of the issues Through the FIEO website provides opportunity to all the exporters of the country to discuss online with FIEO experts and sort out trade related problems, seek clarification on policy matters etc. Through the FIEO website provides access to updated trade policies, links to worldwide trade promotion organisations, and many more.... Organises open house meets with the highest

authorities to draw the attention of the exporting community and help speedy redressal Recognition and Encouragement to Exporters and Export Facilitators FIEO confers Niryat Shree and Niryat Bandhu Awards to its exporters and export facilitators respectively for their outstanding performance in exports. International Marketing Initiatives Exchanges business delegations, establishes MoUs with counterpart organizations overseas, arranges exhibitions, catalogue shows abroad. Disburses grants under the Government of India s Market Development Assistance (MDA) Scheme to exporters (including service exporters) for approved export promotion activities of FIEOlike BSMs, Exhibitions, Delegations, etc./I.T.P.O. exhibitions. Provides 24x7 exposure to FIEO members across the globe through the FIEO website Members can upload their company profile, logo and product photographs on the FIEO website. The first product photograph gets displayed on the FIEO home page; Disburses grants under the Government of India s Market Development Assistance (MDA) Scheme to exporters (including service exporters) for approved export promotion activities of FIEO like BSMs, Exhibitions, Delegations, etc./I.T.P.O. exhibitions. Through its website FIEO provides unique platform to buyers abroad to search, identify and

communicate with FIEO members at no cost; Provides free option to download FIEO logo (with Registered Member message), from FIEO website, and place it on members website. Visitors upon clicking the FIEO logo on member s website can see the member s particulars under FIEO banner thus adding value to a member s website; Through its website FIEO provides free access to latest commercial reports, trade queries etc. to its members; Organises buyer-seller meets both with incoming delegations and also by sponsoring delegations abroad etc. Dissemination of Information Publishes FIEO News - monthly bulletin with worldwide readership amongst exporters andimporters, chambers of commerce and inudstry, commerce and industry commercial and economic agencies, and policy makers in India and foreign missions in India. Updated, Searchable Directory of Exporters on FIEO website Keeps members posted early with latest development in the international trade sector through continuous e-mailers and also through the Members Area of FIEO website. HR Initiatives FIEO works in partnership with various academic institutions across the country to forge better Academia-industry understanding to develop quality Human Resource in the country suitable

for international tradeOrganises specialised training /awareness programmes, seminars, workshops for export executives and entrepreneurs with the objective to develop entrepreneurship in international trade Provides option to professionals and freshers to upload their resume on FIEO website Provides free access to members to this niche database of professionals and freshers with knowledge of international trade for recruitment purposes Provides free option to members to upload, on FIEO website, the job vacancies arising in their companies. These details are also covered free of cost in FIEO News; FIEO Activities Export Promotion Activities (Trade Fair/ Exhibition/BSM/ Interactive Meetings/ Workshop) FIEO Organises various activities like Seminars, Workshops, Open House Meets, Buyer-Seller Meets and Exchanging Business Delegations etc. In the last financial year FIEO organised activities pertaining to China, MERCOSUR, Italy, Botswana, Argentina, Fiji, Israel, Syria, Jordan, EU, Ethiopia, Uzbekistan, Kyrgyzstan, Romania and many more countries covering all regions of the World. Forthcoming Events Market Development Assistance Market Development Assistance (MDA) Scheme is under operation through the Department of Commerce, Government of India to assist exporters for export promotion activities abroad. Assistance is permissible on air travel expenses and /or charges of built up furnished stall. The Federation is one of the agencies nominated by the Government of India for processing applications and also disbursing grants. Eligible exporters can avail MDA as per the MDA Guidelines. MDA Guidelines

Certificate of Origin Certificate of Origin is required by most countries to establish proof of origin of the goods being imported by them. FIEO has been authorized to issue Certificate of Origin under SAPTA and BANGKOK Agreement and non-preferential purposes. Taking up Issues/Problems of Members FIEO takes up problems of members relating to Foreign Trade Policy, Banking, Income Tax, Customs, Central Excise etc with Policy makers in the Government s various Departments/ Ministries. Live Chat with Members Members can chat live with Director General FIEO on every Wednesday from 3.00 p.m. to 5.00 p.m. and seek clarifications/advices on any matter relating to foreign trade International Exposure and Guidance through Website Provides 24x7 exposure to members through Search with FIEO. Buyers can reach members through FIEO search. Members can have access to commercial reports, buyers list, trade & tender inquiries and Updates on trade policy, exhibitions, fairs etc. Disseminating Commercial Intelligence FIEO brings out a monthly bulletin FIEO News to keep its members updated with policy changes, changing market trends, upcoming export opportunities etc. FIEO News is circulated among all the members free of cost. FIEO News is available on website FIEO News Awards to Members and Export Facilitators FIEO gives away annual export awards Niryat Shree to its members for their outstanding export performances. FIEO also gives away Niryat Bandhu awards to export facilitators such as banks, export promotion councils and commodity boards for recognizing their support to the exporting community.

Setting up Warehouse at various Trade Centres Overseas FIEO is planning to set up warehouses/India Trade Centres in various countries in the near future which can serve as the gateway of our member s export to these countries. The trade centres will have permanent display gallaries for showcasing the products. FIEO-India s Premier Institution for International Trade The Federation of Indian Export Organisations (FIEO), non profit organizations set up by the Ministry of Commerce, Govt. of India in 1965 to co-ordinate and focus the efforts of all organizations in the country engaged in export promotion. The Federation has evolved into a key player in the promotion of trade, investment and collaboration. FIEO provides the content, direction and thrust to India s expanding international trade. FIEO represents the interest of professional government recognized exporting firms, consultancy firms, service exporters, banks, export management training institutes etc. FIEO members representing large, medium & small scale exporting units contribute more around 70% global exports of our country. Its membership comprises of exporting firms with strong credentials, called Government-recognised Export House, Star Export House, Trading House, Star Trading House and Premier Trading House besides Consultancy firms. The scope of the Federation reaches out throughout India. It has a well established network throughout India and has offices at all major business centers of India. In addition to its Head Office in New Delhi, it has offices at Mumbai, Ahmedabad, Chennai, Bangalore, Hyderabad, Kolkata, Bhubaneshwar, Shillong and Kanpur.

FIEO works as a partner of the Government of India in providing inputs on various trade policy issues and also acts a strong linkage between the Government and the Industry. It takes up problems /issues of its members, organizes capacity building courses to provide a conducive domestic atmosphere and to increase their competitive edge on one hand and organizes international activities to give its members a global reach. FIEO is the one stop organization for any foreign investor, buyer or seller looking for a trade partner in India. Links with Trade & Industry Bodies

FIEO has forged strong links with counterpart organizations in several countries as well as international agencies to enable direct communication and interaction between India and world businessmen. It has access to information/data originating from UN bodies and world agencies like IMF, ADB, ESCAP, WORLD BANK, FAO, UNIDO, UNCTAD and others. In addition, it has bilateral arrangements for exchange of information as well as for liaisoning with several overseas chambers of commerce, and trade and industry associations.