India-UAE Trade Crosses $100 Billion
India-UAE bilateral trade has crossed $100 billion in 2025-26, with Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal saying the Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement has helped deepen trade, investment and business opportunities between the two countries.
India-UAE CEPA Boosts Bilateral Trade
The India-UAE Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement has played a major role in expanding trade between the two countries since it came into force in 2022.
According to the latest figures, bilateral trade stood at $101.25 billion in 2025-26, compared with $100.03 billion in 2024-25. The agreement has helped improve market access, reduce trade barriers and create new opportunities for exporters and businesses on both sides.
Exports To UAE Rise In 2025-26
India’s exports to the UAE rose by around 2% to $37.36 billion in 2025-26. Imports from the UAE also increased marginally to $63.89 billion during the same period.
Key sectors benefiting from the trade pact include gems and jewellery, engineering goods, electronics, food products and agricultural exports. The UAE remains one of India’s most important trade partners and also acts as a major gateway to West Asian and global markets.
India-UAE Trade Ties Deepen
Goyal said the trade pact has created strong opportunities for Indian businesses, farmers, MSMEs and exporters. The growth in bilateral trade also reflects the broader strengthening of India-UAE economic relations.
The two countries are now looking to expand cooperation in services, investment, logistics, energy, food security and emerging technologies. The latest trade figures show that the CEPA has become a key pillar of India’s wider global trade strategy.
