UAE and Congo finalise terms of CEPA

The UAE has signed CEPAs with 7 nations and is in advanced negotiations with 12 more

Last updated: December 28, 2023 | 17:43

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The conclusion of negotiations was confirmed by the signing of a joint statement by Dr Thani bin Ahmed Al Zeyoudi, Minister of State for Foreign Trade, and Jean-Baptiste Ondaye, Minister of Economy and Finance for the Republic of Congo-Brazzaville.

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Once ratified and implemented, the UAE-Congo-Brazzaville CEPA will reduce or remove tariffs, eliminate unnecessary barriers to trade, improve market access, enhance customs procedures, and create platforms for investment and private sector collaboration in strategic sectors.

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