A forum built for India's businesses — and their global ambitions
The International Trade Forum of India is a member-driven industry association that brings together enterprises, policymakers, experts and partners to strengthen Indian trade. At our core, we bring the world to India — connecting global investors and partners with Indian opportunity.
Our mission
To bring the world to India and promote investment in India, while empowering Indian businesses with policy clarity, expert guidance, incubation support, credible research and strong networks — helping them compete and grow at home and across the world.
Our vision
An India that is a first-choice destination for global investment, and whose enterprises — large and small — are globally competitive, well-connected and confidently leading in international trade.
Our values
Integrity
Transparent, non-profit governance with members first.
Inclusion
From MSMEs to large enterprises, every voice counts.
Insight
Decisions backed by credible research and data.
Global outlook
Connecting Indian enterprise to world markets.
What we stand for
A unified voice for Indian industry
ITFOI represents the interests of its members before government, regulators and international partners. We translate complex policy into practical action, build evidence through research, and open doors to new markets.
Our structure
How ITFOI is organised
Non-profit association
Advisory, research, networking and advocacy for members.
Specialist cells
Advisory desk, incubation cell and research cell with dedicated teams.
Services arm
Paid consulting delivered by in-house experts and an empanelled panel.
Our roadmap
How ITFOI grows with its members
Foundation
Set up the advisory desk, member services and core governance.
Capability
Launch the incubation cell, research cell and expert consulting panel.
Connection
Build partnerships with chambers, institutions, banks and investors.
Global reach
Lead trade delegations and represent Indian industry internationally.
Committees
Sector committees led by members
Manufacturing & Engineering
Capacity, quality, standards and industrial policy.
MSME & Start-ups
Finance access, schemes, incubation and ease of doing business.
Exports & Logistics
Trade agreements, customs, freight and market access.
Sustainability
Energy transition, carbon rules and green finance.
Partnerships
Who we work with
Government departments
A bridge for member issues and policy consultations.
Universities & institutes
Joint research, studies and skill development.
Banks & investors
Finance linkages, investor connects and credit awareness.
Chambers & trade bodies
MoUs, joint events and international delegations.
Why we exist
The challenges Indian enterprises face
Policy complexity
Frequent regulatory changes are hard for smaller firms to track.
Market access
Finding reliable overseas buyers takes time and money.
Finance gaps
MSMEs often struggle to access affordable credit.
Fragmented support
Help is scattered across many agencies and advisers.
FAQ
About ITFOI
Is ITFOI a government body?+
No. ITFOI is an independent, member-driven industry association that works closely with government.
Is ITFOI non-profit?+
Yes. Advisory, research, networking and advocacy sit within a non-profit association; paid consulting runs through a separate services arm.
Where does ITFOI operate?+
We serve members across India and connect them with partners internationally.
How we work
Our advisory, research and networking work stays at the heart of a non-profit association, while paid consulting runs through a separate services arm — closely linked in purpose, separately accounted for.