India–MERCOSUR protocol for electronic origin certificates
GS III
In the news
India and MERCOSUR signed a protocol on electronic Certificates of Origin.
Key facts
- Entry into force requires completion and mutual notification of internal procedures.
Why it matters for UPSC
Editorial inference: Paperless trade can reduce friction while preserving rules-of-origin checks.
Original source: Press Information BureauSource date: 2026-09-14
Mains practice
How can digital trade documentation improve preferential trade?