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Friday, May 1, 2026
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US Puts India On ‘Priority Watch List’ For IP Rights: What It Means

The United States has placed India on its “Priority Watch List” for intellectual property rights (IPR) in the latest Special 301 Report. The USTR cited concerns over weak IPR protection and enforcement, including patent delays, piracy, and counterfeiting. The United States has once again placed India on its “Priority…

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The United States has placed India on its “Priority Watch List” for intellectual property rights (IPR) in the latest Special 301 Report. The USTR cited concerns over weak IPR protection and enforcement, including patent delays, piracy, and counterfeiting. The United States has once again placed India on its “Priority…