New Delhi, Oct. 13 -- India and Canada have discussed advancing negotiations for a Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA), with a focus on ensuring balanced market access and creating fresh opportunities for trade and investment, Union Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal said on Tuesday.

In a post on X, Goyal said he held a "productive discussion" with Canada's Minister of International Trade Maninder Sidhu on taking forward the proposed trade agreement and strengthening bilateral economic ties.

"Discussed advancing the India-Canada Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA) negotiations, with a focus on a balanced, mutually beneficial agreement that enhances market access & unlocks new trade and investment...