<h1>India Signs First African Trade Deal with Mauritius Under CECPA, Boosting Goods and Services Trade.</h1> India and Mauritius have signed the Comprehensive Economic Cooperation and Partnership Agreement (CECPA), marking India's first trade agreement with an African nation. The agreement, signed by representatives from both governments, aims to enhance trade in goods and services, covering areas such as textiles, electronics, and various service sectors. India will export 310 items to Mauritius, while Mauritius gains preferential access for 615 products into India. The CECPA also includes provisions for an Automatic Trigger Safeguard Mechanism for sensitive products. This agreement is expected to strengthen the bilateral relations and economic ties between the two countries.