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China pushes WTO panel over India solar and IT support measures sparking fresh trade dispute
Economy
Published on 12 May 2026
Bilateral talks failed, and a WTO panel is next
China has asked the WTO to set up a dispute panel against India’s support measures for solar cells and modules, along with certain IT sector policies. The two countries’ bilateral talks failed to resolve the issue, with Beijing alleging the rules discriminate against Chinese goods. The move follows a similar WTO request made in January over India’s auto and battery incentives.
- China requests a WTO panel over India’s solar and IT support measures
- India and China talks ended without an agreement
- Beijing alleges discrimination against Chinese goods
- It mirrors a January dispute on India auto and battery incentives
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