Pakistan is watching closely as Oman takes a major step toward deepening its economic ties with India after the Shura Council formally approved the draft Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA).

The endorsement allows the agreement to move forward in Oman’s legislative process, bringing the two countries closer to signing a wide-ranging trade and investment pact that will reshape regional commercial linkages.

The approval arrives ahead of Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s visit next week. Diplomats on both sides have described the upcoming visit as an important opportunity to conclude new economic arrangements, including the CEPA framework.

Trade pacts such as CEPA typically involve wide tariff reductions, streamlined customs procedures, and clearer rules for services and inves

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