, crust and finished leathers is extremely important to enhance our business with brands," Leekha said

The proposed free trade agreement( FTA) with the UAE can result in enhanced exports of several sectors, including gem and jewellery, engineering, leather goods and chemicals to the Emirates as the pact would enhance competitiveness of domestic traders, according to exporters. India has started negotiations for the agreement with the UAE, which is the third largest trading partner of New Delhi. Under a free trade agreement, two trading partners reduce or eliminate customs duties on the maximum nu