Prime Minister's Office

“The agreement will also address non-tariff barriers, create a more predictable environment for trade and investment, and expand market access for Canadian goods and services, including in the industrial, agricultural, forest, fish and seafood, environmental, and engineering sectors,”

Prime Minister's Office · said 2026-10-27 · reported 2026-10-28

The Prime Minister's Office said CEPA is expected to enter into force in 2027.

“That means new markets for Canadian farmers growing pulses and canola, for manufacturers of industrial machinery and power generation equipment, for our world-class aerospace sector, and other Canadian innovators.”

Prime Minister's Office · said 2026-10-27 · reported 2026-10-28

The statement described new market opportunities for Canadian farmers, manufacturers, and the aerospace sector under the CEPA.

“Once fully implemented, the CEPA will reduce or eliminate tariffs on over 99 percent of current Canadian exports to the UAE,”

Prime Minister's Office · said 2026-10-27 · reported 2026-10-28

Canada and the UAE signed the Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement to cut tariffs and improve market access.