CHANGING FACE OF INDIA POST AT THE WORLD FORUM (INTERNATIONAL INTEGRATION, MARKET REFORMS AND TRADE IN POSTAL & COURIER SERVICES)

Abstract

The postal sector across the world has undergone profound changes due to globalization, technological advancement, liberalization of services, and increasing competition from private courier and express delivery companies. India Post, one of the largest postal networks globally, has actively participated in international postal forums while introducing innovative international mail and financial services. This research paper examines the changing role of India Post in the global postal system, its international business initiatives, global trends in postal and courier services, trade under the WTO framework, the European Union (EU) postal market, and barriers to trade in postal and courier services between India and the EU. The paper highlights policy challenges and future prospects for India Post in an increasingly competitive global environment.