The European Union reaffirmed its commitment to sustainable and equitable trade by strengthening its partnership with India and Fairtrade. Franck Viault, Minister Counsellor-EU Delegation to India and Bhutan, announced this on Tuesday during the ‘Fairtrade in India–Sustainability, Markets & Impact’ conference.
Viault emphasized the EU-India strategic partnership’s dedication to creating transparent, future-ready supply chains that uphold fairness. He noted that by working toobtainher, they can transform global supply chains into beacons of climate resilience, equity, and prosperity.
Lisa Prassack, CEO of Fairtrade International, highlighted the importance of secure markets for producers, while Abhishek Jani, CEO of Fairtrade India Project, noted significant growth in Fairtrade sales and youth engagement, signaling a shift toward sustainable consumerism in India.
(With inputs from agencies.)
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