The UAE and Opportunities for Bihar’s Agricultural Sector (Hindi)
This report explores the untapped potential for Bihar’s agricultural exports to the UAE, emphasizing products like makhana (fox nuts), fruits, and vegetables. It outlines CEPA-driven tariff eliminations and India’s rising share in UAE food imports. The paper also highlights the strength of Bihar’s agri-economy—76% of the population is engaged in farming—and recommends export awareness programs […]
The UAE and Opportunities for Bihar’s Agricultural Sector
This report explores the untapped potential for Bihar’s agricultural exports to the UAE, emphasizing products like makhana (fox nuts), fruits, and vegetables. It outlines CEPA-driven tariff eliminations and India’s rising share in UAE food imports. The paper also highlights the strength of Bihar’s agri-economy—76% of the population is engaged in farming—and recommends export awareness programs […]
The Electric Vehicles Sector in the UAE
This document explores the UAE’s dynamic push toward sustainable transport, aiming for 50% electric vehicle adoption by 2050. It details federal and Emirate-level initiatives such as the National Electric Vehicle Policy, the Global EV Market Project, and Dubai’s Green Mobility Strategy 2030. Government incentives include toll and registration fee exemptions, while private players like Audi, […]
Export Requirements for Meat and Poultry Products to the UAE
This guide provides Indian exporters with a clear step-by-step process for exporting meat and poultry products to the UAE. It outlines mandatory halal certifications, UAE federal-level registration (ZAD portal), product labeling, packaging, and lab testing. The report explains Emirate-specific procedures, particularly for Dubai, and includes links to relevant registration platforms. It also covers the roles […]
CEPA Council’s Newsletter – Issue Two
This edition celebrates the second anniversary of the CEPA implementation, reporting a 27% increase in Indian exports to the UAE and a significant rise in non-oil bilateral trade. It highlights business roundtables in Jaipur, Kolkata, Mumbai, Patna, and Bhubaneswar, emphasizing outreach in Tier 2/3 cities. The newsletter also includes a case study on gems and […]
CEPA Council’s Newsletter – Issue One
The inaugural issue of the CEPA Council Newsletter marks the launch of the UAE-India CEPA Council in January 2024. It provides an overview of the CEPA agreement’s transformative economic impact, including tariff reductions and increased market access. The issue recaps the Council’s first roundtable in Chennai and highlights strategic developments in UAE-India relations. It also […]
Vijayawada Roundtable
The UAE-India CEPA Council, in collaboration with the UAE Embassy in Delhi and the Andhra Pradesh Economic Development Board (APEDB), convened an economic and investment roundtable in Vijayawada on 1 August 2024. This meeting brought together over 50 UAE and Andhra Pradesh companies to explore opportunities under the UAE-India Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA). The […]
Patna Roundtable
On 22 May 2024, the UICC organised a roundtable in collaboration with the Bihar Industries Association (BIA) in Patna. The objective of the roundtable was to discuss the various opportunities available for Bihar-based enterprises, particularly in the agriculture and food processing sectors, with respect to the CEPA. There were over 50 company representatives in attendance, […]
Kolkata Roundtable
On 9 May 2024, the UAE Embassy in India hosted an interactive session in collaboration with the UICC and the Indian Chamber of Commerce (ICC) in Kolkata, West Bengal. The event marked the UAE Ambassador to India, H.E Dr. Abdulnasser Jamal Alshaali’s first official visit to West Bengal and brought together prominent business leaders from […]
Jaipur Roundtable
On 24 April 2024, the UICC organised a business roundtable in Jaipur, in collaboration with the Confederation of Indian Industry (CII). Participants consisted of Jaipur-based exporters from a diverse range of industries, including chemicals, software, renewable energy, and finance, among others. The event not only served as a platform to discuss opportunities for businesses in […]
