Piyush Goyal pitches fairer trade rules at informal WTO ministerial meet in Paris

India advocated for fair trade practices at a WTO meeting. Piyush Goyal addressed non-tariff barriers and trade distortions. He emphasised a robust dispute settlement system. Discussions covered agriculture, fishing, and investment facilitation. India prioritised existing WTO mandates. The focus was on consensus and special treatment for developing nations. A WTO conference is planned for next year.