The fourteenth WTO Ministerial Conference (MC14), held in Cameroon in 2026, unfolded against a backdrop of institutional challenges, including a weakened dispute resolution system and ongoing stalemate in multilateral negotiations, as well as divisions over plurilateral initiatives. Although expectations were limited, the conference retained symbolic significance by reaffirming the WTO’s emphasis on development and inclusivity. Key discussions addressed fisheries subsidies, investment facilitation, digital trade, agriculture, development priorities, and the broader agenda of WTO reform. This policy brief presents a clear overview of the principal areas of disagreement among member states and examines India’s approach on these issues.
