New Delhi, April 29 -- Indian exports witnessed a significant increase during the first three weeks of April compared to the same period last year, despite ongoing geopolitical tensions in West Asia. Union Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal, while speaking to the media, noted that the momentum in trade continues as new agreements provide preferential market access for Indian goods across several key sectors.

"Despite the war in West Asia, there is tremendous enthusiasm among Indian exporters. If we look at the April figures, our exports have increased significantly in the first three weeks of April compared to last April. As new trade agreements are coming into effect, the possibilities are also increasing," Goyal said.

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