What happened:
On December 18, 2025 India and Oman signed multiple agreements, including a Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA), MoUs on maritime heritage, agriculture, higher education, and adopted a Joint Vision on Maritime Cooperation.
Why it matters to India:
The agreements strengthen India’s economic integration with the Gulf, expand market access, and promote investment and job creation. Enhanced cooperation in maritime security, agriculture, education and the blue economy supports India’s regional strategic interests, food security goals and cultural diplomacy, while reinforcing India’s role as a key partner in the Indian Ocean region.