Selected Tag: CEPA
Selected Tag: CEPA

India Expands Gulf Trade Footprint with Oman CEPA

For India, the most visible gains lie in merchandise exports. Oman has offered immediate zero-duty access on about 98% of its tariff lines, covering roughly 99% of India’s exports by value.

Ajay Srivastava

December 18, 2025 at 4:25 PM IST

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PIB

Oman Trade Deal Anchors India’s Expanding Gulf Strategy

The structure of the CEPA broadly mirrors the commitments India offered the United Arab Emirates under their bilateral trade pact, reflecting New Delhi’s evolving template for Gulf trade agreements.

Ajay Srivastava

December 17, 2025 at 4:05 PM IST

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Why India–Canada Trade Needs CEPA Back on the Agenda

India-Canada trade is rising steadily, yet remains under-leveraged for two large economies. Without CEPA, growth will continue, but unpredictably and below potential.

Rajesh Kumar*

December 10, 2025 at 5:59 AM IST

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PMO India

Regulate Bullion Trade for Transparency

The government should establish a robust mechanism to monitor the source of funds used in gold imports and implement end-to-end regulation of the bullion trade.

G. Chandrashekhar

October 27, 2025 at 4:38 AM IST

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