WTO Moratorium on Digitally Transmitted Products Faces Critical Judicial Impact
• The World Trade Organization (WTO) is considering a moratorium on taxing digitally transmitted products, including movies, music, software, and industry data.
• Key skeptics include India, Indonesia, and South Africa, who argue the policy denies emerging economies a valuable revenue source while benefiting advanced countries.
• Supporters argue the policy keeps prices reasonable for consumers and enables the spread of digital services worldwide.
• Global cross-border data flows are expected to reach $11 trillion by 2025, according to the International Chamber of Commerce.
• The WTO has continually renewed the moratorium, but opinions have been diverging.
• India and South Africa circulated a document examining the scope and impact of the e-commerce moratorium on developing nations in 2020.
• The impact of the moratorium on developing countries' overall government revenue is less than 0.33%, but assessments vary.
• A 2019 paper by the United Nations Conference on Trade and Development cautioned that the implications of the moratorium have not yet been properly assessed and that losses could grow as digital technologies advance.
• Experts warn of consequences ranging from business uncertainty to higher operating costs if the moratorium falls.
• The moratorium underscores the value of multilateral trade and can hinder productivity and revenue growth of startups.
• Some experts suggest that countries could face negative effects from opting out of the moratorium with no significant rise in revenue.
• For India, the e-commerce moratorium protects India's pharmaceutical industry against patent disputes, which could be extorted by ending the moratorium.
• A global consortium of semiconductor industry groups has asked India to reconsider its plans to push for duties on e-commerce and data, warning that this could stifle India's fledgling chip design indust
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Oman's First Tyre Recycling Plant Opened
• The Sultanate of Oman opened its first tyre recycling plant in Saham, Oman.
• The facility, initiated by Global Recycle LLC and Dr Hilal Nasser Mansoor al Rawahi, is equipped with the latest technology to process 6000 metric tonnes of discarded tyres annually.
• The plant aims to reduce the environmental impact of waste tyres, a challenge faced by many nations.
• The recycling process adheres to the highest international standards, ensuring materials can be used in various industries, contributing to a circular economy.
• The plant aims to recover materials such as crumb rubber, steel, and fibre from waste tyres, recovering 99 per cent of materials from the waste tyre.
• The recycled materials can be used for various applications, supporting the circular economy.
• The business model has been successful in India, generating hundreds of direct jobs and creating export possibilities for recycled rubber materials to the Indian sub-continent and central Asia.
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FDI Policy for Space Sector
• Categorizes satellite sub-sector into three activities with specific foreign investment limits.
• Updated policy allows 100% FDI via automatic route for manufacturing components, systems, or sub-systems associated with satellites, ground segments, and user segments.
• Outlines liberalized entry routes to attract foreign investors to various space activities.
• Automatic route for satellite manufacturing and operation, satellite data products, ground segment, and user segment: 74%, 49%, 100%.
• Increased private sector participation expected to generate employment, facilitate technology absorption, and promote self-reliance.
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Tata Motors along with its authorised distributor, Tata Africa Holdings Limited, announced the commercial launch of its multipurpose heavy-duty trucks – Ultra T. 9 and Ultra T. 14, in South Africa.
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This cutting-edge chip, proudly developed in India, targets domains such as weighing scales and Force Touch technologies, signifying a remarkable leap in indigenous semiconductor technology, the company stated. "The semiconductor ASIC represents a paradigm shift in India's semiconductor manufacturing landscape
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India's Permanent Ambassador to the United Nations Supports Comprehensive Reform of UN Security Council
• Ruchira Kamboj, India's permanent ambassador to the UN, supports a comprehensive reform of the UN Security Council across all five clusters.
• She emphasized the need for a bold vision for a more equitable and inclusive world.
• Kamboj questioned whether expanding only in the non-permanent category would solve the problem, as it would widen the difference between permanent and non-permanent members.
• She stressed the concept of "equal opportunity" and the need to rectify historical injustices against the global south.
• She emphasized the inclusion of the African Union as a full member state of the G20 during India's presidency.
• Kamboj also emphasized the importance of amplifying diverse voices and fostering broader consensus and legitimacy in UNSC decisions.
• She raised the question of allowing five permanent members to override the collective voice of 188 member states.
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Egypt to Build Electric and Diesel Car Factory with Hinduja Group
• Egypt plans to build an electric and diesel car manufacturing factory with a production capacity of up to 6,000 vehicles in collaboration with Hinduja Group, one of India's largest companies.
• The move aims to boost the North African country's economy and create job opportunities for Egyptians.
• The facility will be established in collaboration with Egypt’s state-owned El-Nasr Automotive Manufacturing Co.
• The sovereign fund of Egypt is emphasized for its role in bolstering partnerships with the local and foreign private sector.
• The talks also explore Egypt’s comparative advantages, energies, and capabilities for manufacturing buses and trucks.
• India and Egypt have agreed on measures to increase two-way trade to $12 billion over the next five years.
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India to Use Indigenous Engines for Arjun Main Battle Tanks
• India is opting for an indigenous engine for its new Arjun Mk1A tanks due to delays from a German firm.
• The Army has placed an order for 118 tanks worth ₹7523 cr, but deliveries are impacted due to the lack of available engines.
• The Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) is working on an indigenous option, expected to be ready for production within three years.
• The DATRAN 1500 engine, developed for the Futuristic Main Battle Tank program, is being modified for the new Arjun Tanks.
• The new Arjun Mk1A tank has enhanced fire power, mobility, and survivability, with 72 additional features over the original Arjun tanks.
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Cochin International Airport Ltd (CIAL) and Bharat Petroleum Corporation Limited (BPCL) Sign Strategic Agreement for Green Hydrogen Plant
• CIAL, the world's first fully solar-powered airport, has signed a memorandum of Understanding with BPCL to establish the world's first green hydrogen plant in the airport.
• The green hydrogen plant, produced from water using renewable energy sources, aligns with zero-carbon energy strategies.
• The agreement was signed at a function in the presence of CIAL's Chief Minister, Pinarayi Vijayan.
• CIAL has a cumulative installed capacity of 50 MW, producing 200,000 units of power a day.
• BPCL will oversee the establishment of the integrated green hydrogen plant and fueling station at Kochi Airport, providing technology and managing operations.
• CIAL will contribute suitable land, water, and green energy resources.
• The initial output of the plant will be used to power vehicles within the airport.
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Indian Consumer Electronics Manufacturers Expand Export Horizons
• Indian consumer electronics manufacturers like Havells, Dixon, Voltas, and Blue Star are expanding their export horizons to developed markets like the US and Europe.
• Companies like Havells India have formed subsidiaries in the US for air conditioner distribution, Dixon Technologies plans to scale up Motorola smartphone exports, and Voltas has secured export orders for refrigerators and dishwashers for the European market.
• This shift reflects a trend of reducing reliance on imports and increasing value addition in Indian manufacturing.
• Blue Star Ltd aims to achieve US$ 500 million in global sales within three years.
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Specific benefits sought by Tower from the Indian government.
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India's Engineering Exports to Russia Double
• India's annual export of machinery, auto parts, and engineering goods to Russia doubled to over $1 billion in nine months through December.
• Russia has signed deals with China, Iran, and India to trade in local currencies, instead of the U.S. dollar.
• In late 2022, Russia shared a list of items it wanted to import with India.
• Exports recorded 88% year-on-year growth in December, jumping 130% to $1.03 billion in April-December.
• Indian engineering exports to Russia are expected to reach $1.5 billion by March 31.
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