Under negotiation

India–Chile Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA)

Negotiations launched on 1 April 2025 to replace and deepen the existing PTA, with a focus on critical minerals and wider market access. Four rounds were held by March 2026; India's Commerce Secretary visited Santiago on 26 August 2026 and the Government says it aims to conclude within 2026.

Key points

• Launched 1 April 2025; 4 rounds as of March 2026
• Aug 2026: India 'committed to concluding the CEPA negotiations within this year'
• Sectors of interest: healthcare, pharmaceuticals, energy, minerals, agriculture, machinery, engineering

Sources · checked 30 Sep 2026: Rajya Sabha answer on FTAs, 20 March 2026 (mirror) · ETV Bharat – India committed to conclude trade pact talks with Chile this year (30 Aug 2026)