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China Files WTO Complaint Against India’s PLI Schemes Over Domestic Value Addition (DVA).

International | Dated: 30 Oct 2025

China has formally lodged a complaint with the World Trade Organization (WTO) against three of India’s Production Linked Incentive (PLI) schemes, particularly those related to electric vehicles and batteries. China claims that the schemes’ requirements for Domestic Value Addition (DVA) violate key WTO rules on national treatment and trade-related investment measures (TRIMs).

🎯 Key Highlights:

  • China filed a complaint with the World Trade Organization (WTO).
  • The complaint is against three of India’s Production Linked Incentive (PLI) schemes.
  • China claims the Domestic Value Addition (DVA) requirements violate WTO rules.

💡 Other Important Facts:

  • Complaint targets PLI schemes in high-growth sectors like electric vehicles.
  • The outcome will set a precedent for domestic manufacturing promotion schemes.
  • India will defend the schemes as necessary for self-reliance and job creation.

📚 Test Your Knowledge:

India’s PLI schemes were challenged by China in which international body?

Correct Answer: WTO

🚀 Quick Recap:

About WTO

  • Established: 1995, HQ: Geneva, Switzerland, Role: Regulates international trade and resolves trade disputes.
  • PLI Scheme: Promotes domestic manufacturing, DVA: Domestic Value Addition requirement, Claim: Violation of TRIMs and National Treatment.