India and South Korea have engaged in discussions to renew and enhance negotiations for upgrading their Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA). Union Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal revealed that the talks also involved exploring closer cooperation in industrial sectors, green energy, and digital trade. Goyal, sharing insights from his meeting with South Korea’s Trade Minister Yeo Han-koo on the social media platform X, emphasized the importance of strengthening the economic ties between the two nations through the CEPA upgrade talks.
The dialogue between the two countries focused on bolstering the bilateral economic partnership by reinvigorating engagement on the CEPA upgrade negotiations. Both sides explored opportunities to deepen collaboration in key sectors such as industrial cooperation, green energy, and digital trade. This move signifies a broader effort to strengthen economic relations between India and South Korea.
Highlighting the mutual interest in expanding trade and investment flows, Goyal underscored the potential for leveraging synergies in manufacturing, technology, and emerging sectors. The discussions also underscored a mutual commitment to align with evolving global trade dynamics and sustainability objectives. Goyal expressed optimism about the future of the bilateral relationship, emphasizing the intent of India and South Korea to further enhance their partnership through sustained engagement across strategic sectors.
South Korean President Lee Jae Myung paid homage to Mahatma Gandhi at Raj Ghat in New Delhi, as part of his visit to India. The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) shared on social media that President Lee honored the values of peace and non-violence during his tribute to Mahatma Gandhi. Before visiting Raj Ghat, President Lee received a ceremonial welcome at the forecourt of Rashtrapati Bhavan.
