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How India ended up facing steep US tariffs despite its strategic partnership
INDIA AND THE UNITED STATES, AUG 7 – The U.S. adds 25% tariffs on Indian goods over unresolved trade issues and Russian oil purchases, raising total tariffs to 50%, amid ongoing negotiations.
- On August 6, 2025, President Donald Trump vowed an additional 25% import tax on India for its purchases of Russian oil, bringing combined tariffs to 50%.
- Despite initial talks, on March 3, 2025, Piyush Goyal visited Washington to initiate negotiations, and JD Vance met Narendra Modi in New Delhi on April 21, both noting progress.
- India's commerce secretary said talks were progressing `very well`, despite a July delegation to Washington ending without a breakthrough.
- India called the additional tariffs unfortunate and disputed Trump's claims.
- With the tariffs taking effect after 21 days, India and the U.S. finalized trade negotiation terms, as Narendra Modi expects a deal later this year.
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How India ended up facing steep US tariffs despite its strategic partnership
U.S. President Donald Trump has announced additional 25% tariff on India for its purchases of Russian oil, bringing the combined tariffs imposed by the United States on its ally to 50%.
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