Abstract

Keywords: • Export-Import Bank of India (EXIM Bank): The principal financial institution of the Government of India that provides credit, guarantees, and support for international trade and project exports. • Pre-shipment credit: A short-term working capital facility extended to exporters to finance raw materials, processing, manufacturing, and shipment preparation before goods are dispatched. • Project exports: Overseas contracts undertaken by Indian companies, including civil construction, turnkey projects, supplies, consultancy, and composite contracts that generate foreign exchange earnings. • Working capital: The short-term financial resources required by exporters to cover operational needs, such as procurement, labor, and logistics, before receiving export payments. • Liquidity: The availability of immediate funds to meet short-term obligations, crucial for ensuring timely execution of export projects without delays. • Competitiveness: The ability of Indian project exporters to win and successfully execute international contracts by offering cost-effective, timely, and reliable services. • International trade finance: Financial instruments and credit mechanisms that facilitate cross-border trade, reduce risks, and enhance the capacity of exporters to participate in global markets.