India, Taiwan pact to facilitate trade of organic agri goods comes into force

India and Taiwan have signed a mutual recognition agreement (MRA) to facilitate trade in organically-produced goods, including tea and medicinal plants. The agreement aims to reduce compliance costs by avoiding dual certifications and simplifying compliance requirements. It will allow the export of major Indian organic products, such as rice, processed food, green/black and herbal tea, and medicinal plant products to Taiwan.