India remains on a list of six countries, including China and Russia, named in a report released by the US Trade Representative (USTR) on Thursday, April 29, 2026. This report evaluates how well trading partners protect and enforce intellectual property rights (IPR).
The priority watch list includes Chile, China, India, Indonesia, Russia, and Venezuela. These countries are being monitored because their systems for safeguarding intellectual property are considered inadequate or ineffective.
The USTR report highlights the need for these nations to strengthen their IPR frameworks. While being on this list does not yet trigger trade penalties, it signals potential future actions, such as negotiations or additional measures to improve IP rights enforcement.
This annual review by the USTR aims to ensure that trading partners meet international standards for intellectual property protection. The findings could influence ongoing trade discussions and policy decisions involving these countries.