Value Chain, Transportation Modes and INCOTERMS in International Trade
Value Chain
Value Chain Definition: A set of sequential and interrelated activities that a company carries out to design, produce, market, deliver and support its product. The aim is to create value for the customer and generate a sustainable competitive advantage.
Mapping
Porter:
- Support activities: infrastructure, human resources, R&D, and procurement.
- Primary activities: operations, inbound and outbound logistics, marketing and sales, and service.
Margin = total sales value − expenses from primary
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Objective of India-ASEAN FTA?
Introduction: The India-ASEAN Free Trade Agreement was signed on 13th August 2009 in Bangkok and came into force on 1st January 2010. It is one of India’s most important FTAs.
Objectives:
- To Increase Bilateral Trade: To increase trade from $80 billion to $200 billion.
- Elimination of Tariffs: To reduce duties on 80% of goods.
- Market Access: To create a large free market of 1.8 billion people.
- Investment Promotion: To promote mutual investment through CECA.
- Economic Cooperation: