<h1>India Approves First Trade Agreement with Africa Through CECPA with Mauritius, Covering Goods, Services, and Economic Cooperation.</h1> The Union Cabinet of India has approved the signing of the Comprehensive Economic Cooperation and Partnership Agreement (CECPA) with Mauritius, marking India's first trade agreement with an African nation. This limited agreement covers trade in goods and services, including 310 export items from India and 615 from Mauritius, alongside sectors like telecom, financial services, and customs procedures. It aims to enhance bilateral trade and economic cooperation. An Automatic Trigger Safeguard Mechanism will be negotiated for sensitive products. The agreement will be effective from the first day of the month following its signing, strengthening the longstanding bilateral relations between India and Mauritius.