West Asia crisis hurting Indian tea exporters
The ongoing conflict in West Asia is significantly impacting India's tea exports, leading to one of the gloomiest International Tea Days since its inception. The Indian Tea Association reports that the crisis has disrupted shipping routes and increased costs, resulting in a decline in export volumes. Industry leaders express hope for a return to stability to recover trade flows and consumption.
- ▪The West Asia crisis has affected exports to countries around the Gulf of Persia and the Gulf of Oman.
- ▪Tea exports from India have seen a declining trend between January and March 2026 compared to the same period in 2025.
- ▪Freight rates have increased due to disruptions in major shipping routes, impacting competitiveness in key markets.
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GUWAHATIIndia’s tea industry captains, feeling the pinch due to the West Asia conflict, on Thursday (May 21, 2026) observed one of the gloomiest International Tea Days since it became a calendar event in 2005.According to the Indian Tea Association (ITA), the largest tea planters’ body in the country, the West Asia crisis has affected exports to countries around the Gulf of Persia and the Gulf of Oman. Tea exports hit on West Asia situationAbout 87% of India’s total tea exports are concentrated in 21 countries across Europe, the Commonwealth of Independent States, and West Asia. Iran, Iraq, the United Arab Emirates, Saudi Arabia, Turkiye, and Egypt account for 46% of the exports.The conflict involving the United States, Israel, and Iran began in February.
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