**Summary:**
The 11th round of negotiations for the India-Australia Comprehensive Economic Cooperation Agreement (IndAus CECA) concluded in New Delhi on August 23, 2025. The negotiations, held from August 18-23, 2025, focused on strengthening bilateral trade and economic partnership between India and Australia. Key areas discussed included Goods, Services and Mobility, Digital Trade, Rules of Origin, Legal and Institutional Provisions, Environment, Labour, and Gender. Both sides expressed commitment to the IndAus CECA, aiming for a balanced outcome that delivers meaningful benefits and economic opportunities. To maintain momentum, negotiations will continue virtually. India and Australia are aligned towards the early conclusion of a mutually beneficial agreement. The round reflects India's commitment to enhancing economic partnerships anchored with national priorities and global aspirations. The press release was issued by PIB Delhi on August 23, 2025, at 6:36 PM with Release ID: 2160190. The contact persons are Abhishek Dayal and Abhijith Narayanan.
Key Entities Referenced
Ministry of Commerce Industry: The Indian government ministry responsible for international trade and industrial development.
India: A country engaged in trade negotiations.
Australia: A country engaged in trade negotiations with India.
Comprehensive Economic Cooperation Agreement (CECA): A proposed trade agreement between India and Australia.
New Delhi: The location of the 11th round of India-Australia CECA negotiations.
IndAus CECA: Abbreviation for India-Australia Comprehensive Economic Cooperation Agreement.
Abhishek Dayal: Individual mentioned in the policy text.
Abhijith Narayanan: Individual mentioned in the policy text.
Ministry of Commerce & Industry
11th Round of India-Australia CECA Negotiations
Concludes in New Delhi
Posted On: 23 AUG 2025 6:36PM by PIB Delhi
The 11th Round of India-Australia Comprehensive Economic Cooperation Agreement (Ind-Aus CECA)
negotiations was held in New Delhi from 18-23 August 2025, further advancing the shared objective of
strengthening bilateral trade and economic partnership.
Building on the progress achieved in earlier rounds and intersessional meetings, the negotiations covered a
wide range of areas including Goods, Services and Mobility, Digital Trade, Rules of Origin, Legal and
Institutional Provisions, Environment, Labour, and Gender, bringing greater understanding for convergence in
the remaining provisions.
Both sides reaffirmed their commitment to advancing the India-Australia CECA and ensuring that it delivers
meaningful benefits, economic opportunities, and a balanced outcome for both sides. To maintain momentum
and achieve convergence both partners will continue the negotiations in virtual intersessions.
Looking ahead, with shared ambition and mutual understanding to work towards a future ready framework,
India and Australia remain strongly aligned to the early conclusion of a mutually beneficial Comprehensive
Economic Cooperation. As India steadily advances its footprint through multiple trade agreements, this round
reflects a steadfast commitment to enhance economic partnerships anchored with national priorities and global
aspirations.
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Abhishek Dayal/ Abhijith Narayanan
(Release ID: 2160190)