China and India Seek Enhanced Trade Cooperation at WTO Conference
China calls for stronger trade cooperation with India after ministerial talks during WTO conference
The Economic Times
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During the World Trade Organisation's 14th Ministerial Conference, Indian Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal and Chinese Commerce Minister Wang Wentao discussed enhancing bilateral trade relations. Both nations aim to leverage economic cooperation to address global trade challenges and improve market access for emerging economies.
- 01Piyush Goyal and Wang Wentao met at the WTO conference to discuss trade cooperation.
- 02China expressed readiness to deepen economic engagement with India.
- 03India is focusing on securing preferential access in trade agreements, particularly with the US.
- 04The WTO conference addressed critical areas such as fisheries subsidies and trade logistics.
- 05Goyal emphasized India's strong economic position among emerging markets.
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At the 14th World Trade Organisation (WTO) Ministerial Conference held from March 26 to 30, 2026, in Yaounde, Cameroon, Indian Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal met with Chinese Commerce Minister Wang Wentao to discuss strengthening bilateral trade relations. The Chinese Embassy in India reported that Wang expressed a desire to enhance economic cooperation between the two nations. Goyal highlighted India's strategy to secure preferential market access, particularly in ongoing negotiations with the United States, asserting that India is currently in a favorable position among emerging economies. The conference focused on several critical areas, including WTO reform, fisheries subsidies, and improving trade logistics for smaller economies. Goyal's extensive diplomatic outreach included 12 multilateral and 24 bilateral meetings, aimed at fostering stronger trade partnerships.
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Strengthening trade relations with China could lead to increased market access for Indian goods, benefiting local industries and consumers.
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