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On International Womens Day, CBIC provisions gender-inclusive facilities and encouraging women participation in International Trade through two circulars The Central Board of Indirect Taxes and Customs (CBIC) is committed to fostering a gender-inclusive trade environment that empowers women to contribute meaningfully to the global economy. CBIC has taken different steps for promoting gender inclusiveness in international trade and work place environment. Keeping this spirit in mind, a
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FAQ :
The CBIC has issued two circulars to promote gender-inclusive facilities and encourage women's participation in international trade and the logistics sector. This includes ensuring women's representation in trade committees and promoting safe working environments.
Trade bodies and custodians are encouraged to establish dedicated help desks and processing mechanisms for women traders and women logistics service providers. Training opportunities for upskilling women in logistics, freight forwarding, and customs brokerage are also being supported.
The circulars mandate the provision of safe and secure working environments, gender-inclusive infrastructure, care services like creches, sufficient lighting, and panic buttons. Facilities will be regularly upgraded from a gender perspective.
Yes, the CBIC is supporting upskilling for women logistics service providers, freight forwarders, and custom brokers through relevant training. Regular gender sensitisation training sessions for staff and stakeholders are also planned.
The circulars, numbered 02/2024 and 03/2024, were issued on 8th March 2024.
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