Parliament roundup: Trade pact talks, supply chains, jobs and agriculture in focus

Synopsis Textiles and apparel exports are projected to reach 3.3 lakh crore by FY26. Tobacco product exports saw significant growth in quantity and value over ten years. Oil palm cultivation has achieved 42% of its mission target, with states showing varied performance. Negotiations for an interim trade pact with the US are currently ongoing. India is also working to diversify supply chains in critical sectors like energy and electronics. Textiles and apparel exports, including handicraft, grew at a CAGR of around 4.5% between FY20 and FY26, reaching 3.3 lakh crore in FY26, MoS for textiles Pabitra Margherita informed the Lok…