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Countries must stand firm on trade commitments, pushing back against short-term disruptions to ensure long-term economic prosperity.

Director-general of the multilateral institution says challenge could be beneficial, but others warn of looming ‘chaos’

The US' unilateral and protectionist act not only disrupts the international economic structure, but also exposes fundamental flaws in the legality and legitimacy of US trade policies under both international and US domestic laws.

India and the US have opened bilateral talks on steel and aluminium tariffs, even as India challenges the US at the WTO. The move follows new 25% duties by the US, echoing a 2018 dispute. Discussions aim to resolve trade tensions amid national security and safeguard measure claims.

India and the US will discuss the re-imposed steel and aluminium tariffs during trade talks next week. The issue was previously resolved through a WTO agreement but the Trump administration reinstated tariffs.