Mumbai, July 1, 2026 ( TGN ) : The All India Importers and Exporters Association (AIIEA), in association with the Jawaharlal Nehru Custom House (JNCH), Mumbai Customs Zone-II, will organise an Outreach Programme on the Authorised Economic Operator (AEO) Scheme and the Eligible Manufacturer Importer (EMI) Programme on Friday, July 3, 2026, at 11:30 a.m. at Walchand Hirachand Hall, 4th Floor, IMC Building, Behind Churchgate Railway Station, Mumbai.
The programme aims to enhance awareness among importers, exporters, manufacturers, MSMEs, customs brokers, and other stakeholders about the benefits of AEO T1 Certification and the Eligible Manufacturer Importer (EMI) Scheme, both of which are key initiatives of the Central Board of Indirect Taxes and Customs (CBIC) to promote trade facilitation, faster customs clearance, and ease of doing business.
The outreach programme will be graced by Shri Ravneet Singh Khurana, Commissioner of Customs, NS-III, Mumbai Customs Zone-II, as the Chief Guest. Senior Customs officers and industry representatives will also participate in the interactive session.
Participants will receive practical guidance on the AEO certification process, the eligibility and advantages of the EMI Scheme, and the opportunities available for MSMEs to benefit from Customs trade facilitation measures. The programme will also provide a platform for direct interaction between the trade and Customs authorities on regulatory and compliance-related matters.
Speaking on the initiative, Mr. Pankaj Vora, President, AIIEA, said that the Association remains committed to creating greater awareness of government initiatives that enhance India’s global trade competitiveness and encourage wider participation by businesses in Customs facilitation programmes.
Mr. Timothy Bochu, Vice President, AIIEA, said the outreach programme would help bridge the information gap between industry and Customs, enabling businesses to better understand and leverage the benefits available under the AEO and EMI frameworks.
AIIEA has invited members of the import-export fraternity, manufacturers, MSMEs, customs brokers, and trade stakeholders to participate in the programme and take advantage of the opportunity to engage with senior Customs officials and gain first-hand insights into these important trade facilitation initiatives.
