Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal recently indicated that the negotiations for the India-Oman Free Trade Agreement (FTA) are progressing well, with "good news" expected soon. The Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA) talks, which began in November 2023, gained momentum following Goyal's visit to Muscat in January 2025. This agreement aims to enhance trade in goods and services, strengthen supply chains, and provide businesses with stable and predictable policies.

What sectors stand to benefit most from the India-Oman FTA?

How will the CEPA impact small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in both countries?

What measures can be taken to ensure that the agreement is inclusive and benefits all stakeholders?

How can both nations leverage this agreement to enhance regional economic cooperation?