The AEO status announced for the GJ sector
A significant milestone for the GJ industry in India! The Gem & Jewellery Export Promotion Council (GJEPC) announces a significant milestone for the Gem and Jewellery (GJ) industry in India. Following extensive efforts by the GJEPC in collaboration with the Ministry of Finance, the Authorized Economic Operator (AEO) status is now being extended to the gem and jewellery sector. The AEO program was introduced as pilot project in 2011 vide Circular No. 37/2011 – Customs dated 23rd August. 2011.The AEO program, a crucial part of the broader ease of doing business initiative, has been instrumental in simplifying export operations across various sectors, resulting in significant time and cost savings for exporters. Despite the benefits it offers, the gem & jewellery sector was initially denied participation in the AEO program. However, through proactive engagement with relevant Ministries, the GJEPC successfully advocated for the inclusion of the gem and jewellery industry in the