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FDI Simplified - What it means for e-commerce and beyond

Writer: Kaustav ChowdhuryKaustav Chowdhury

FDI Simplified - What it means for e-commerce and beyond

This episode of "Couple of Lawyers: Arguments & Thought", we discuss the Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) in India, explaining its regulation under the Foreign Exchange Management Act (FEMA) and highlighting key aspects like the automatic and government routes of investment, sectoral caps and restrictions, and compliance and reporting requirements. We also look into the recent amendments to FDI regulations in 2024, emphasizing their aim to simplify processes and attract foreign capital. Focuses on the impact of FDI on e-commerce in India, examining the differing regulations for Business-to-Business (B2B) and Business-to-Consumer (B2C) e-commerce and the restrictions on marketplace models. Ultimately, we emphasize the Indian government’s balancing act of encouraging foreign investment while protecting local businesses.

 
 
 

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