Tag: India-US Tariff Talks

Trump Imposes 25% Tariff on India, Warns of Penalty Over Russian Oil Ties but Says Talks Ongoing

He emphasized that India, despite being a US ally, has done "relatively little business" with the US due to these trade barriers.

July 31, 2025

India Should Step Up as Global Democratic Leader Amid Trump’s Trade Turmoil: Former US Official

“This is typical Trump—creating pressure and chaos on a bilateral basis so he can appear as the problem solver,” Vickery remarked.

July 31, 2025

Trump’s 25% Tariff Threat on India Is a ‘Negotiating Tactic’, Says Former US Diplomat

Earlier in the day, Trump posted on Truth Social that India would face a 25 per cent tariff and an additional penalty starting August 1, citing India’s high tariffs, restrictive trade practices, and its continued defence and energy ties with Russia.

July 31, 2025

25% US Tariff to Hit Indian Exports, Manufacturing Sector May Face Ripple Effect: Subhash Goyal

Goyal stressed the need for India to rethink its export strategy and reduce over-dependence on the American market by exploring opportunities in Asia and Europe.

July 31, 2025

Trump’s 25% Tariff on Indian Goods Sparks Industry Alarm, But Experts See Scope for Trade Diversification

Economist Suriya Narayanan described the development as a "setback for Indian exporters," highlighting that previously zero-tariff exports such as pharmaceuticals and metals will now face additional costs.

July 31, 2025

90-Day Tariff Pause by US a Positive Step, Says Shruti Rajagopalan; Urges India to Cut Protectionism

She advocated for renewed multilateral negotiations focused on reducing tariff rates across a wide range of goods and services, with exceptions only for sectors tied to national security and sovereignty.

April 13, 2025

India Moves to Address Trump’s Tariff Concerns Amid Evolving Global Trade Landscape: Experts at Global Tech Summit

On the broader U.S. trade policy, Tellis emphasized that there are too many conflicting impulses to label it a coherent strategy.

April 12, 2025

India Aims to Finalize Bilateral Trade Deal with US by Fall: Jaishankar Responds to Trump’s Tariff Remarks

“To the best of my knowledge—and I stand to be corrected—we are the only country since President Trump’s return to office that has reached such an understanding,” Jaishankar noted.

April 9, 2025

U.S. Flags India’s Ethanol Import Ban as “Unfair Trade Practice” Amid Trump-Era Tariffs

In a post on X, the USTR spotlighted India’s ban on ethanol imports for fuel use, and Thailand’s refusal to issue ethanol import permits since 2005.

April 8, 2025

India Evaluating Trade Opportunities Amidst US Reciprocal Tariffs: Commerce Ministry

These new tariffs impose additional ad valorem duties ranging from 10% to 50% on imports from all trading partners.

April 3, 2025