<h1>India Boosts Trade: GeM Launch, WTO Trade Facilitation Ratification, BRICS Fair, and New Trade Deals in 2016.</h1> In 2016, the Department of Commerce (DOC) launched several key initiatives to enhance India's trade capabilities. The Government E-Marketplace (GeM) was introduced to improve procurement efficiency, recording significant cost reductions. India ratified the WTO's Trade Facilitation Agreement, aiming to streamline customs processes. The DOC organized the 1st BRICS Trade Fair, fostering international business interactions. Agreements were signed with Russia, Bhutan, and Greece to expand trade relations. India participated in INNOPROM 2016, showcasing its industrial prowess. The DOC also focused on branding India globally, promoting Geographical Indications, and strengthening export infrastructure through initiatives like the Market Access Initiative and Market Development Assistance Scheme.