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Trump imposes additional 25% tariff on India over Russian oil purchases
UNITED STATES, AUG 7 – The U.S. raised tariffs on Indian imports to 50% to pressure India to halt Russian oil purchases that fund Moscow's war in Ukraine, intensifying trade tensions between the two countries.
- On August 6, President Donald Trump issued an executive order that imposed an extra 25% tariff on India due to its purchase of Russian oil, with the tariffs set to take effect on August 27.
- The tariff was implemented due to US worries over national security and diplomatic issues linked to India's rising purchases of Russian oil, even as allied nations promoted efforts to stabilize the global energy market.
- India’s Foreign Ministry condemned the move as unfair, unjustified, and unreasonable, asserting imports reflect market factors to ensure energy security for 1.4 billion people.
- The tariff will make Indian exports costlier, risking a 40%-50% drop, and places India among the most heavily taxed US trading partners, surpassing China and Vietnam.
- Indian politicians called for reciprocal tariffs and a diplomatic reassessment, stressing protection of national interests amid concerns over trade relations and economic growth slowing.
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