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India and Canada are intensifying efforts to conclude a Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement by the end of 2026.
The fifth round of negotiations was held in Ottawa from October 5 to 9.
Canadian International Trade Minister Maninder Sidhu and Indian Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal met in New Delhi during the Team Canada Trade Mission.
The reporting says Goyal described the discussions as productive.
Why it mattersA revived trade pact could lower barriers, expand market access, and reset bilateral economic ties.
More context
Both sides aim to double two-way trade by 2030, and Canada also aims to raise annual two-way trade with India to $70 billion by 2030.
The Canadian trade mission runs from October 12 to 17 with nearly 300 delegates.
The reporting says Canada views increased commercial engagement with India as part of supporting its Indo-Pacific Strategy.