India and Oman signed a Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement on December 19, 2025, in New Delhi. The pact expands trade and enables talks on social security. It also eases workforce rules for Indian investors.

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•  India and Oman sign CEPA on December 19, 2025
•  Pact includes provision to negotiate a future Social Security Agreement
•  Social security deal to avoid dual contributions for Indian workers abroad
•  CEPA to take effect within three months after procedural clearances
•  Oman assures flexible hiring for Indian-invested firms
•  Indian companies may employ majority Indian workforce in Oman
•  Commitment remains binding despite future law changes in Oman
•  India’s services trade surplus with Oman stood at $447 million in 2024
•  Zero-duty access granted on over 99% of India’s exports to Oman