Explained: India-Oman trade agreement: Why the FTA matters
Last Updated : Dec 19 2025 | 7:27 PM IST
India and Oman have signed a major free trade agreement that gives Indian exports near-total duty-free access to Oman. From goods and services to jobs and geopolitics, this deal reshapes India’s Gulf strategy. Here’s what the CEPA means, who benefits, and why it matters right now.