How Ethiopian Companies Can Set Up a Business in India
How Ethiopian Companies Can Set Up a Business in India How Ethiopian Companies Can Set Up a Business in India Ethiopian companies can enter the Indian market by incorporating an Indian entity, establishing a branch or liaison office where permitted, or using another structure allowed under India’s foreign investment framework. For companies planning long-term commercial operations, an Indian subsidiary can provide a dedicated local structure for manufacturing, trading, technology, services and other permitted activities. The appropriate route depends on the proposed business activity, foreign ownership, sectoral rules, investment structure and regulatory requirements. Ethiopia’s BRICS membership adds an important strategic dimension to India-Ethiopia economic relations. Ethiopia became a BRICS member in January 2024, while India is also a BRICS member. However, BRICS membership does not create a separate company-registration process or automatically remove India’s FDI restriction...