China Files WTO Complaint Against India Over EV Subsidies And Batteries

China has filed a complaint against India at the World Trade Organization (WTO), alleging that India’s subsidies for electric vehicles (EVs) and batteries violate global trade rules. The complaint accuses India of favouring domestic firms under the “Make in India” initiative, creating unfair competition. Experts say this move could mark the beginning of a significant trade dispute and impact clean-tech cooperation between Asia’s largest economies.

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China Files WTO Complaint Against India Over EV Subsidies And Batteries
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China Files WTO Complaint Against India Over EV Subsidies And Batteries

IN SHORTChina has filed a complaint against India at the World Trade Organization (WTO), alleging that India’s subsidies for electric vehicles (EVs) and batteries violate global trade rules. The complaint accuses India of favouring domestic firms under the “Make in India” initiative, creating unfair competition. Experts say this move could mark the beginning of a significant trade dispute and impact clean-tech cooperation between Asia’s largest economies.

TL;DR

  • The Chinese Ministry of Commerce formally lodged its complaint with the WTO on October 15, 2025.
  • China claimed that India’s EV and battery subsidy programs distort global trade and disadvantage foreign manufacturers.
  • India, however, argued its policies align with global sustainability goals and encourage domestic innovation.
  • This case comes at a time of heightened competition in the electric mobility sector, as both India and China race to dominate clean-energy supply chains.
  • Analysts suggest the WTO’s decision could set a precedent for how governments support green technology in the future.

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