India’s 8th Trade Policy Review at WTO Scheduled on 21 and 23 July 2026

India’s 8th Trade Policy Review (TPR) at the WTO will be held on 21 and 23 July 2026, led by Commerce Secretary Shri Rajesh Agarwal. The TPR, conducted every five years, covers the period 1 January 2021 to 31 December 2025 and began in June 2025 with participation from over 100 ministries and organisations. During the review period, India’s merchandise and services exports reached a record US$ 863.1 billion in 2025‑26, a 6.3 % increase from US$ 676.5 billion in 2021‑22. The Government Report highlights achievements such as active FTAs, GST rationalisation, and digital trade facilitation (UPI). Over 900 WTO questions have been submitted and more than 40 members are expected to deliver statements, underscoring global interest in India’s trade profile.