The indian government had long used export processing zones epzs to promote exports. Freetrade zones can also be defined as laborintensive manufacturing centers that involve the import of raw materials or components and the export of factory products, but this is a dated definition as more and more freetrade zones focus on service industries such as software, backoffice operations, research, and financial services. Export processing and special economic zones in tanzania. Free zones import and export company registration in dubai. Nigeria export processing zones authority setting up. An agri export zone or aez is a specific geographic region in a country demarcated for setting up agriculture based processing industries, mainly for export. The nigeria export processing zones authority, nepza, has granted license to nigerias largest and most ambitious free trade zone and mega port project known as the badagry free zone. An act for the establishment of the bangladesh export processing. It is believed that phasing out agriculture related subsidies for developed countries, under wto agreements provide an opportunity to build a. When the federal military government established the nigeria export processing zones authority nepza in nigeria on november 19, 1992, it was hoped that it would accelerate the pace of economic. In the first article, entitled the import and export landscape in india, we note that indias impor texport landscape has remained stable despite significant economic changes. Under chapter 16 of exim policy 2001, a new concept of agri export zone.
In mango pulp preparation manual operations, extensive use of various. Bangladesh export processing zones authority annual report 20112012 part01 download annual report 20112012 part01. Pdf on apr 1, 2005, aradhna aggarwal and others published performance of export processing zones. The crops covered include fruits, vegetables, spices, cashew, tea, basmati rice, medicinal plants, pulses etc. Export processing zones kenya investment authority. Indian flower export zones directly ship flowers to different destinations across the globe. With the primary objective of boosting agricultural exports from india, in march 2001, government of india announced a policy of setting up of agri export zones aezs across the country. In all, 35 crops were identified for promotion in these zones. Several countries around the world have established export processing zones epzs in order to stimulate economic growth by attracting foreign direct investment fdi. The term is widely used mainly in india aez are to be identified by the state government, who would evolve a comprehensive package of services provided by all state government agencies, state agriculture universities and all institutions.
Nigeria export procesing zones authority 2 p a g e support infrastructure that would attract and sustain investment in the zone. Nigeria export processing zones authority established under this act, designate such area as he thinks fit to be an export processing zone in this act referred to as a zone. This bodes well for businesses that trade with india. The export processing zones act 2002 as amended by the export processing zones amendments act, 2006 and the economic zones laws miscellaneous amendments act, 2011 the epz act introduced. There is a need to craft a policy that will deliver incomes into the pockets of farmer through crucial export opportunities. Currently there are over 40 gazetted zones in nairobi, voi, athi river, kerio valley, mombasa and kilifi in various stages of development by both. The following zones indicate countries to which we cannot export items. Nigeria export processing zones authority in this act referred to as the authority. Bangladesh export processing zones authority for creation, development, operation, management and control of export processing zones and for matters connected therewith. Apeda has been nominated as the nodal agency to coordinate the efforts on the part of central govt. Agri export zones concept and benefits under chapter 16 of exim policy 2001, a new concept of agri export zone aez has been inserted by govt.
Moradabad special economic zone sez, the only uttar pradesh. Moradabad is a city, commissionary and municipal corporation in moradabad district of indian. The export promotion and epz in india have given a major boost to the indian economy and thus have helped the country to grow and prosper. The role and impact of agri export zone aez in promoting the. Export processing zones epzs are designated parts of kenya that are aimed at promoting and facilitating export oriented investments and to develop an enabling environment for such investments. Agri export zones aezs in india agri export zones aezs, a gateway to the world of flourishing opportunities in international market, is a concept that works with an encyclopedic approach.
Cereals export zones are located in map of india where the specific zones for basmati rice, wheat are clearly shown. Agriexport zone how is agriexport zone abbreviated. Port congestion adds to exporters woes indias exports shrank almost 35% in march, the biggest contraction in almost a decade, reflecting the global slowdown made worse by the covid19 pandemic. A comparative analysis of india, sri lanka and bangladesh find, read and cite all the research.
Concept and benefits under chapter 16 of exim policy 2001, a new concept of agri export zone aez has been inserted by govt. Epzs take a variety of names and forms in different countries including free trade zones, special economic zones sezs, industrial development zones idzs, bonded warehouses, free. Special economic zones, one of the most important instru ments of industrial policy in developing countries, often feature export share requirements. The city is known as pital nagri brass city for its famous brass handicrafts. This first chapter introduces relevant background for the topic and discusses the resource question and methodology in more detail. Export processing zones in subsaharan africa kenya and lesotho. Duty free import of machinerys, equipment and raw materials. This thesis attempts to understand the relevance of export processing zones epzs and special economic zones sezs in creating a more diverse economy and generating employment. About us the uganda free zones authority is a body corporate under the supervision of the ministry of finance, planning and economic development. Inactive free zones nigeria export processing zones. This is applicable to jebel ali free zone, airport free zone, airport free zone, ducamz and unfenced free zones including tecom general provisions. The agriculture export policy is framed with a focus on agriculture export oriented production, export promotion, better farmer realization and synchronization within. Economic viability o a clear analysis of the economic costs and benefits of the project. Export processing zones authority, benjamin william mkapa sez,mabibo, external p.
A basic guide to exporting 11th edition doug barry, editor u. Epz and export promotion go together with the epzs being set up in india to promote export in the country. Thus, the objective is to utilize the ongoing schemes of various central and state government agencies in a coordinate manner to cover the entire value chain from farm to the consumer. Whereas it is expedient to make provision for the establishment of the. Duty free import of three motor vehicles for use of the enterprises in epzs under certain conditions. In fact, asias first epz was established in 1965 at kandla, gujarat state. Export of export processing zones epz in order to achieve rapid economic growth of the country by increasing the inflow of foreign investment, particularly through industrialization, special steps have been taken since 1980 by setting up export processing zones epz in the country. The nigeria export processing zones authority hereinafter referred to as the authority shall in presenting to the president, commanderinchief of the armed forces its recommendations for the designation by the president of such area as he thinks fit as a. Agri export zones aez current status of aez at present, apeda has set up 60 agri export zones aezs spread over 230 districts in 20 states. Understanding nigerias free trade zone scheme the guardian. Free zones import and export free zones are part of the countrys territories but considered to be outside the customs territory and subject to customs control other than normal customs procedures. Agri export zone how is agri export zone abbreviated.
Type of free trade zone ftz, set up generally in developing countries by their governments to promote industrial and commercial exports. The paper begins with a taxonomy of the different types of zones before looking briefly at some of the literature concerned with export type zones. The concept of agri export zone the concept of agri export zone takes a comprehensive look at a particular produceproduct located in a contiguous area for. Duty free import of materials for construction of factory buildings in the zones. Agriculture export policy ministry of commerce and industry. Export processing zones world bank documents world bank group. While these epzs had a similar structure to sezs, the government began to establish sezs in 2000 under the foreign trade policy. Enacted by the parliament ofthe united republic oftallzlj1ia. Agri export zones aez current status of aez at present, apeda has set up 60 agriexport zones aezs spread over 230 districts in 20 states. In addition to providing the benefits of a ftz, these zones offer other incentives such as exemptions from certain taxes and business regulations. In this scenario, export processing zones epzs have become rather popular trade policy instruments due to their catalytic role in imparting outward orientation to the economies.
Ujjain zone neemuch, ratlam, mandsaur and ujjain, indore zone indore, dhar, shajapur and dewas and bhopal zone sehore, vidisha, raisen, hoshangabad, harda, narsinghpur and bhopal 41 lentil and grams. West bengal 6, 1, pineapple, darjeeling, jalpaiguri, uttar dinajpur, cooch behar, howrah. The central government has sanctioned 60 aezs comprising about 40 agricultural commodities. Both central as well as state government and their agencies provide a variety of. Export zones aezs across the country in the export and import policy exim policy. The emphasis in all the agri export zones is on convergence. Export processing zones in subsaharan africa kenya and.
An act to amend the export processing zones act, to make provisions for the establishment of the export processing zones authority, composition of the export processing zones council and related matters. Enhancing the contribution of export processing zones to sustainable development goals was prepared by anthony miller, economic affairs officer, under the supervision of joerg weber, head, investment policies branch and under the overall direction of james zhan. Nigeria export processing zones authority downloads. All efforts have been made to make this image accurate. We establish, license, regulate and operate highly efficient free zones by providing a highly competitive incentive scheme, excellent support facilities and service for the purpose of creating an enabling environment for export manufacturing and other commercial activities. Africa, industrial policy and export processing zones. Flower export zones in india are located in india map. Agri export zones aez current status of aez nabard. Even where zones have successfully generated investment, jobs and exports, the benefits to the broader economy a key part of their rationale have often been. Commercial serviceconnecting you to global markets. Indias import and export landscape, basic import and export procedures as well as the customs duties.
The map is based on the average annual minimum winter temperature, divided into 10degree f zones. The 2012 usda plant hardiness zone map is the standard by which gardeners and growers can determine which plants are most likely to thrive at a location. Export processing zones are specific kinds of free trade zone, set up by the government, especially in the developing countries to promote industrial and commercial exports, also known as commercial development zone cdz. Hence, there is great interest within india to promote the export oriented manufacturing sector through special economic zones or sezs. Darjeeling, jalpaiguri, uttar dinajpur, cooch behar, howrah.