United Arab Emirates eliminates import tariffs on qualifying goods under the Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement with Vietnam effective September 25, 2026.
What the CEPA brings into force
Customs duties reducedTariff preferences now apply to goods traded between the UAE and Vietnam [n]
New trade rulesRules extend across goods and economic sectors under the agreement [n]
Agreement in forceThe Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement is formally operative for both countries [n]
The United Arab Emirates has enacted the Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA) with Vietnam, eliminating or reducing customs tariffs across a broad range of goods to boost bilateral trade. The agreement takes effect on September 25, 2026, lowering barriers for importers and exporters operating between the two nations.
