UAE non-oil trade grew nearly 50 per cent to $76 billion in 2025
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Economic Diplomacy and trade diversification: a GS2 case study on CEPA's impact.
Why in news
UAE Minister of Economy and Tourism Abdulla Bin Touq Al Marri announced that UAE-India non-oil trade grew nearly 50 per cent to $76 billion in 2025 following the CEPA.
Background
The Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA) was signed between India and the UAE in February 2022. Total bilateral trade crossed $101 billion in India's last financial year, with a target of $200 billion by 2030.
Facts for Prelims
- FactUAE-India non-oil trade reached $76 billion in 2025.
- FactTotal bilateral trade between India and UAE crossed $101 billion.
- FactTarget for bilateral trade between India and UAE is $200 billion by 2030.
- Act / BillComprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA) was signed in February 2022.
- PostAbdulla Bin Touq Al Marri is the UAE Minister of Economy and Tourism.
Prelims practice question
What is the target for total bilateral trade between India and the UAE by 2030?
- (a)$100 billion
- (b)$200 billion
- (c)$150 billion
- (d)$300 billion
Show answer
Answer: (b) $200 billion — The note specifies a target of $200 billion for bilateral trade by 2030.
For Mains
Q. Discuss how bilateral trade agreements like the CEPA serve as catalysts for diversifying economic ties and enhancing food and energy security between India and the UAE.
Dimensions to cover in your answer
- Trade diversification: Shift from oil-centric trade to non-oil sectors like logistics, food security, and advanced technology.
- Strategic alignment: Strengthening economic ties as a hedge against growing uncertainty in the global economic order.
Keywords: Bilateral Trade · Economic Diplomacy · Trade Diversification · Strategic Partnership
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