India confident of Oman trade deal during PM Modi's Gulf visit

• India is "very optimistic" about finalizing a trade deal with Oman during PM Modi's upcoming visit.
• PM Modi will visit Oman from December 17-18 as part of a four-day trip to Jordan, Ethiopia, and Oman.
• The proposed India-Oman comprehensive economic partnership agreement aims to significantly deepen economic ties.
• Oman is willing to transfer spare parts of its retired Jaguar fighter jets to India.
• Bilateral trade between India and Oman for 2024-2025 stands at $10.61 billion.

Why It Matters: India deepens economic and strategic partnerships across Gulf and Africa.