Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal held a meeting with Office-bearers of Export Promotion Councils to discuss and address the issues of exporters, due to COVID-19.

Speaking on the occasion, Mr Goyal said that after setbacks in the first two months of this financial year, due to the outbreak of COVID-19, Exports are recovering fast, as the Unlock process gains momentum and the Economic activity makes a revival. He said that the data of June will reflect the gains, with the merchandise export figures touching almost 88 per cent of the corresponding period last year. He lauded the role of exporters for attaining the feat in such a short time.

The Minister said, most of the markets abroad have not been able to make such a remarkable comeback. Mr Goyal said that as the Unlock 2.0 has come with more permissions, it is expected that things will further improve in the future. He exhorted the exporters to be more competitive, be focused and play on their strengths.