Government Blocks All Trade with Pakistan, Enforcing Comprehensive Import Ban Under Foreign Trade Policy Para 2.20A

The GoI through CBIC issued Instruction No. 07/2025-Customs prohibiting direct or indirect import and transit of all goods originating from or exported from Pakistan, effective immediately. The prohibition applies to all goods, regardless of importability status, and is implemented under Para 2.20A of Foreign Trade Policy (FTP), 2023. The restriction is imposed on national security and public policy grounds, with any exceptions requiring prior governmental approval. The directive mandates immediate implementation by all customs authorities, emphasizing comprehensive trade restrictions against Pakistani goods until further governmental orders. .....

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