Current Affairs - Awards and Honours - Discussion

Jawed Ashraf, a seasoned former IFS officer from the 1991 batch, has been appointed as the Chairman of the India Trade Promotion Organization on a two-year contractual basis. His appointment comes after his retirement from diplomatic service, with terms structured similarly to those of re-employed Central Government officers. With extensive experience in global diplomacy, trade discussions, and international engagement, he is expected to contribute significantly toward enhancing India’s trade promotion activities. His leadership is anticipated to further strengthen ITPO’s role in facilitating global business linkages, fostering trade partnerships, and supporting India’s economic outreach initiatives.