India Maintains Focus on Food Stockholding as WTO Draft Skips Key Issues

India has reiterated its commitment to securing a permanent solution on public food stockholding at the World Trade Organization (WTO). The latest WTO draft text has reportedly avoided addressing critical concerns raised by India and other developing nations. Officials believe the current proposal does not adequately protect food security programs or support farmers. India continues to push for policy flexibility to manage food procurement and distribution without trade restrictions. The issue remains important for global food systems and developing economies dependent on agricultural support mechanisms.