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Informist, Wednesday, Jul. 22, 2026

 

NEW DELHI – During India's eighth trade policy review at the World Trade Organization, member countries sought further clarification on issues related to the trade and investment regime. They also sought clarity on certain trade policy measures and practices, quality control orders, trade remedy measures and matters relating to ongoing World Trade Organization reforms, the government said in a release.

 

Commerce Secretary Rajesh Agarwal is leading the Indian delegation at the trade policy review meeting, being held from Jul. 21 to Jul. 23. During the meeting, members will assess India's trade and related policies during the review period from Jan. 1, 2021 to Dec. 31, 2025.

 

At the meeting, Agarwal focused on key reforms undertaken by the government through the Jan Vishwas Initiative, trade facilitation measures, digital customs, logistics modernisation, quality infrastructure, digital public infrastructure, artificial intelligence, innovation, sustainability, agricultural resilience, expanding regional trade agreements, and inclusive development through South-South Cooperation and the Indian Technical and Economic Cooperation Programme, according to the release.

 

Trade Policy Review Body Chair Ambassador Nelle Pepe Tavita Levy "appreciated India's timely responses to all advance written questions, describing them as a demonstration of transparency under the Trade Policy Review Mechanism." India also organised an exhibition showcasing a diverse range of products, highlighting the country's craftsmanship, innovation and quality.  End

 

Reported by Sagar Sen

Edited by Avishek Dutta

 

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