India-Canada CEPA: fifth round of talks in Ottawa from 5 October
Why in the news
India and Canada begin the fifth round of negotiations on a Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA) in Ottawa on 5 October 2026.
Key facts
- Venue and dates: Ottawa, Canada, 5-9 October 2026 (five days), with chief negotiators of both sides leading.
- Previous round: ended in New Delhi on 18 September 2026.
- Deadline: both sides aim to finalise CEPA by the end of 2026.
- The target was agreed by PM Narendra Modi and Canadian PM Mark Carney when they met in New Delhi in March 2026.
- The leaders also agreed to work more closely on energy and critical minerals.
Trade snapshot
| Indicator (2024-25) | Value |
|---|---|
| India-Canada bilateral goods trade | $8.66 billion |
| India’s exports to Canada | $4.22 billion |
About CEPA
A CEPA is a broad trade pact that goes beyond tariff cuts on goods. The two countries have also set a goal of raising bilateral trade to ₹4.65 lakh crore by 2030.
Exam angle
- Fifth round venue: Ottawa; fourth round venue: New Delhi.
- Canada’s Prime Minister: Mark Carney.
- 2024-25 goods trade: $8.66 billion.