India and Japan are reviewing the India-Japan Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA) signed in 2011
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Hoping to work towards further expanding scope of India-Japan trade pact: Piyush Goyal
India and Japan are reassessing their Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA) to expand trade scope and address market access challenges for Indian exporters. Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal emphasized modernizing the pact to enhance bilateral economic ties and attract Japanese investments in strategic sectors. This aligns with India's Act East Policy and efforts to diversify supply chains amid global uncertainties. The review could lead to deeper cooperation in digital trade, green energy, and critical minerals.
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Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal confirmed ongoing talks to modernize the trade pact
Focus on addressing non-tariff barriers faced by Indian exporters in Japanese markets
Aim to enhance bilateral investments in strategic sectors like semiconductors, green hydrogen, and digital infrastructure
Part of India's Act East Policy and supply chain diversification strategy with Quad partners
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