Govt supports industry and assess international markets
The Commerce and Industry Ministry is reaching out to partners across the globe to open up new opportunities, Minister Piyush Goyal has assured Indian exporters at the curtain raiser launch for Bharat Buildcon 2026 in New Delhi on 29 Aug https://www.commerce.gov.in/.
Addressing the gathering, Goyal urged industry representatives to highlight sectors where alternate markets are required, and assured that the Government is committed to ensuring that industry does not face unnecessary stress or difficulties arising from unilateral actions by some countries.
He emphasized that, alongside global outreach, boosting domestic consumption remains a priority https://buildbharatexpo.com/.
The Minister said the Government is focused on supporting industry so that no sector is left behind—whether in accessing international markets or strengthening domestic opportunities.
He also encouraged active participation in Quality Control Orders (QCOs) to ensure India emerges as a trusted supplier of high-quality products https://fieo.org/.
Underscoring India’s rising global position, Goyal asserted with confidence that this year’s exports will be higher than last year’s, reflecting the growing competitiveness and resilience of Indian industry.
Citing opportunities in the Australian housing sector, he told Indian businesses, workers and experts to seize this opportunity, stating that Australia is open to financial collaboration, technical expertise, and workforce support from India https://www.bseindia.com/.
Training and certification opportunities are also being offered so Indian professionals can meet Australian standards. “If we miss this opportunity, we will have only ourselves to blame,” he remarked, calling it a potential game-changer for India’s construction and financial sectors https://www.nseindia.com/.
Goyal further highlighted India’s expanding network of Free Trade Agreements (FTAs) with developed countries, including Australia, the UAE, Switzerland, Norway, Liechtenstein, Iceland, and the UK, with negotiations ongoing with the European Union and others. These agreements, he said, will further open global opportunities for Indian industries such as construction, steel, and allied sectors.
Goyal further highlighted that several developed countries are eager to expand trade relations with India, noting that nations such as Qatar and the United Arab Emirates (UAE) have expressed keen interest in entering into Free Trade Agreements (FTAs) with India .
He emphasised that such partnerships will not only provide a major boost to India’s export opportunities and global market integration but also complement the country’s efforts in scaling up its clean energy and manufacturing capabilities https://sbi.com.in/.
He encouraged industry leaders to make Bharat Buildcon 2026 a self-sufficient, industry-led initiative, with government support as a backup if required.
The Minister suggested that the 2026 edition should not be limited to the capital but also be taken to other parts of the country to spread awareness of the sector’s potential.
He urged organizers to ensure wide participation from all allied sectors, create a feedback mechanism for past participants, and involve international stakeholders to make the event a truly global platform.
He also highlighted the vast export potential in steel and iron ore, noting that India could export 50 million tonnes of steel annually, strengthening its export basket with high-quality, competitively priced products https://www.conexpoconagg.com/.
Scheduled from April 29 to May 2, 2026 in New Delhi, Bharat Buildcon is being positioned as India’s flagship international platform for the building and construction materials industry. With India’s building and construction market valued at over US$1 trillion and employing millions, the event will provide a one-stop platform to highlight India’s capabilities across 37 allied sectors including cement, ceramics, tiles, sanitaryware, paints, hardware, electricals, and more. Fiinews.com
