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Times of India02.05.2026GeneralIndia

'Chief concern ': India continues to be on US priority watch list on intellectual property rights

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India remains on the US Trade Representative's priority watch list for intellectual property concerns, citing inconsistent progress and long-standing issues with its Patents Act. The report highlights worries over data protection for pharma and agri-chemical products, alongside high customs duties on IP-intensive goods. Weak enforcement of copyrights and trademarks also remain key issues.

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