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India blocks China's request for solar, IT dispute panel at WTO

India has blocked China's initial request for a World Trade Organization dispute panel. China alleges India's tariffs and incentives discriminate against its IT and solar energy imports. India maintains its measures align with global trade rules. This dispute stems from China's filing last year. China can renew its request at a future meeting.

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