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The Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership (RCEP) is a trade agreement. It includes 15 Asia-Pacific nations. These countries aim to enhance economic cooperation. RCEP covers goods, services, investment, and intellectual property. It seeks to reduce tariffs and promote trade. The agreement is expected to boost economic growth in the region. India opted out of RCEP, citing concerns over trade imbalances.

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