India and Canada Discuss Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement
India and Canada held talks to advance negotiations for a Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement to enhance market access and bilateral investment.
Union Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal and Canadian Minister of International Trade Maninder Sidhu held discussions on October 13, 2026, to advance negotiations for a Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA). The talks focused on strengthening bilateral economic ties and creating new opportunities for trade and investment between the two nations.
Goyal stated that the discussions centered on securing a balanced, mutually beneficial agreement designed to enhance market access for businesses in both India and Canada. He expressed confidence that the pact would provide fresh momentum to the economic partnership.
Despite the progress in discussions, officials did not disclose specific sectors under negotiation, the current status of the talks, or a definitive timeline for concluding the agreement.
