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India, UAE review FTA progress; discuss market access, data sharing

India and the UAE have discussed issues related to market access, data sharing, allocation of gold import quota, and anti-dumping matters, services to boost economic ties, the commerce ministry said on Thursday. These issues were discussed during a meeting of the Joint Committee under the India-UAE CEPA (comprehensive economic partnership agreement). CEPA is a kind of free trade agreement (FTA). "The two sides conducted a comprehensive review of progress under CEPA and detailed discussions were held on market access issues, data sharing, allocation of Gold TRQ (tariff rate quota), anti-dumping matters, services, Rules of Origin, BIS licensing," it said. The India side also briefed the UAE on its recent decision to allocate Gold TRQ through a transparent competitive bidding process. The two sides also deliberated upon enhancing regulatory cooperation in pharmaceuticals, resolution of issues related to Certificates of Origin, and early signing of the MoU on Food Safety and Technical

India, UAE review FTA progress; discuss market access, data sharing

India and the UAE have discussed issues related to market access, data sharing, allocation of gold import quota, and anti-dumping matters, services to boost economic ties, the commerce ministry said on Thursday. These issues were discussed during a meeting of the Joint Committee under the India-UAE CEPA (comprehensive economic partnership agreement). CEPA is a kind of free trade agreement (FTA). "The two sides conducted a comprehensive review of progress under CEPA and detailed discussions were held on market access issues, data sharing, allocation of Gold TRQ (tariff rate quota), anti-dumping matters, services, Rules of Origin, BIS licensing," it said. The India side also briefed the UAE on its recent decision to allocate Gold TRQ through a transparent competitive bidding process. The two sides also deliberated upon enhancing regulatory cooperation in pharmaceuticals, resolution of issues related to Certificates of Origin, and early signing of the MoU on Food Safety and Technical

CBSE Global Curriculum 2026: Board to begin international rollout from UAE

In April 2026, CBSE plans to introduce the Global Curriculum to its affiliated schools outside of India, beginning with those in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) and other Gulf nations

Govt to allocate UAE trade pact gold quota via competitive online bidding

The government on Wednesday said the allocations of tariff rate quota (TRQ) for gold under the free trade agreement between India and the UAE will be undertaken based on the competitive bidding/tender process. Under the agreement, India agreed to import up to 200 metric tonnes of gold annually from the UAE with a one per cent tariff or duty concession under tariff rate quota (TRQ). Amending the procedure for allocation of TRQ for gold under the India-UAE trade pact, the Directorate General of Foreign Trade (DGFT) said in a trade notice that "the allocations of TRQ for Gold under CEPA (comprehensive economic partnership agreement) will be undertaken based on the competitive bidding/tender process". It also said the eligible applicant must be registered with the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) for hallmarking; and with GST. Import of Gold Dore under TRQ shall not be considered, it added. Eligible applicants can file their applications online through the DGFT website. Further, the

Emirates NBD is here for 15-20 years: RBL Bank CEO R Subramaniakumar

The $3 billion deal marks the largest cross-border investment in an Indian private lender, with plans to double RBL's branch network and boost market share

India, UAE target to double non-oil trade to $100 bn in 3-4 years

India and the UAE have set a target to double bilateral trade in non-oil and non-precious metal to USD 100 billion over the next 3-4 years, Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal said on Thursday. Currently, the bilateral trade in non-oil and non-precious metals stands at about USD 50-55 billion. The minister also said both sides have decided to work on modalities to invest in regions, such as Africa and the GCC (Gulf Cooperation Council), in various sectors like infrastructure, by leveraging the UAE's investment strength and India's talent pool. These issues were discussed during the 13th meeting of the India-UAE High-Level Joint Task Force on Investments here. It was co-chaired by visiting Goyal and Sheikh Hamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, MD of Abu Dhabi Investment Authority. "We have set a new target to double bilateral trade in non-oil and non-precious metals to USD 100 billion in the next 3-4 years," Goyal told reporters here. He said both sides also explored new frontiers fo

India in talks with UAE for financial help to build 1 mn homes in Australia

India is in "deep negotiations" to create 1 million homes in Australia and has reached out to the UAE for financial help on the same, Union Minister Piyush Goyal has said. Goyal, who handles the Commerce and Industry portfolio, pegged this as a USD 500 billion opportunity. "I am in deep negotiation with my counterpart in Australia to create 1 million homes. 1 million homes. Anybody wants to do the maths? A million homes in Australia would be at least USD 500 billion opportunity," Goyal said while speaking here over the weekend. He did not elaborate on details of the project, like the location in Australia, the exact spending by Canberra on it, or India's role in the project. Goyal said New Delhi is proposing to allow Indian workers to go to Australia, get trained on the necessary skill sets required to build homes as per local standards and create the housing. According to some reports, there is a mismatch between demand and supply in Australia, which is blamed for the high home .

India-West Asia undersea cable allows large trade: ISA DG Ashish Khanna

Khanna stressed that OSOWOG would help countries diversify their energy mix, particularly smaller economies that remain dependent on diesel

PM Modi, UAE prez stress on deepening collaboration between two countries

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has spoken to UAE President Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan as they laid emphasis on further developing and deepening the collaboration between two countries for the shared benefit of the peoples of both countries, a statement said on Thursday. Both leaders spoke over the phone and reaffirmed their mutual commitment to further strengthening the bilateral Comprehensive Strategic Partnership between India and the UAE. They positively assessed the remarkable progress made across various sectors of bilateral cooperation and laid emphasis on further developing and deepening collaboration for the shared benefit of the peoples of both countries. The statement said Sheikh Mohamed warmly congratulated Modi on becoming the second longest-serving prime minister in a continuous tenure in India, and wished him continued success in his service to the nation.

India, UAE pledge stronger defence ties, ink MoU on maritime cooperation

Both sides expressed satisfaction over the steady progress in bilateral defence engagements and agreed to enhance cooperation in key areas

CBI secures deportation of ₹2.5 cr 'meow meow' case accused from UAE

Kubbawala Mustafa is accused of running an MDMA unit in Maharashtra. Mustafa was subject to a Red Notice issued in 2024

Fragile ceasefire, lasting threat: Why India can't relax on oil security

India's energy economy and state finances have suffered since 2022, when Russia invaded Ukraine, because of lack of adequate stock and dependence on foreign fuel

Jaishankar, UAE FM discuss West Asia situation, ways to reduce escalation

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar held a telephonic conversation with his UAE counterpart Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan on Monday and discussed the current situation in West Asia and the role of diplomacy.Jaishankar stated that he and Abdullah bin Zayed agreed to remain in touch.In a post on X, Jaishankar stated, "Had a telecon with DPM & FM @ABZayed of UAE on the current situation in West Asia and the role of diplomacy. Agreed to remain in touch."According to the statement released by the Office of the UAE's Minister of Foreign Affairs, Abdullah bin Zayed and Jaishankar discussed ways to reduce escalation and prevent the spread of the conflict in the region."Abdulla bin Zayed and @DrSJaishankar discuss during a phone call the latest developments in the region, and ways to reduce escalation and prevent the spread of the conflict in the region," the Office of the UAE's Minister of Foreign Affairs posted on X.Tensions have escalated in West Asia after Israel carried out

Foreign secy Misri meets UAE MoS Reem Al Hashimy, reviews bilateral ties

During the meeting, they assessed the current state of bilateral ties and explored opportunities for future cooperation

Foreign secy Misri meets UAE MoS Reem Al Hashimy, reviews bilateral ties

During the meeting, they assessed the current state of bilateral ties and explored opportunities for future cooperation

UAE endorses India's global anti-terror campaign amid rising threats

During the interaction event, BJD MP Sasmit Patra shared that Operation Sindoor highlighted India's response towards terrorism.

US is top trading partner of India in FY25; trade deficit with China widens

India's exports to the US grew by 11.6 per cent in 2024-25, rising to $86.51 billion, compared to $77.52 billion in 2023-24

India-UAE partnership a model of trust and shared vision: Piyush Goyal

Union Minister of Commerce & Industry Shri Piyush Goyal has called the India-UAE relationship "a model of prosperity, trust and shared vision" as he addressed the Dubai-India Business Forum in Mumbai, as per an official press release by the Ministry of Commerce and Industry.The event, organised by Dubai Chambers, was attended by His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Defence of the UAE, on his first official visit to India.Earlier in the day, Goyal shared a post on X (formerly Twitter), stating: "Delighted to meet HH Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai. Our discussions focused on deepening economic cooperation under CEPA and exploring new avenues to further strengthen the India-UAE partnership."Welcoming Sheikh Hamdan, Goyal said, "The presence of Sheikh Hamdan symbolises the deep historical connect and generational continuity between Mumbai and Dubai." ...

India's best interests will be kept in mind while inking trade pacts: Goyal

India's best interests will be kept in mind while inking trade pacts, Union Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal assured businesses on Tuesday. "India First is our mantra, is our guiding principle," Goyal told reporters on the sidelines of an event here. Declining to divulge the exact contours of the ongoing trade talks with the US, Goyal said India is in talks with many countries. "They continue to go on very smoothly in a positive direction and all is well," he added. "We are covering a very wide array of subjects, a very wide array of products and I can assure business persons across the country that we are keeping the best interests of India at the forefront of our discussions," Goyal said. The bilateral trade agreement with the US will power the economy towards becoming a developed nation by 2047 when the country celebrates 100 years of independence, he said. Speaking at the Dubai India business forum here, Goyal said India is mulling to start an Indian Institute of Management and

Watch: Dubai Crown Prince Sheikh Hamdan arrives in Delhi | India-UAE relations

The Crown Prince of Dubai, Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed Al Maktoum, along with UAE's Deputy Prime Minister and Defence Minister, arrived in New Delhi on Tuesday.