Trump’s Tariffs on India Imperil India-US Strategic Relationship
INDIA, AUG 1 – India rejects US tariffs and disparaging remarks while affirming strong defense and trade ties with the US and Russia amid ongoing negotiations and strategic cooperation.
- In Washington, D.C., US President Donald Trump declared that a tariff of 25 percent would be imposed on imports from India beginning August 1, 2025.
- The tariff announcement followed US concerns over India’s defence deals and energy imports from Russia and was amid ongoing trade negotiations.
- India affirmed its comprehensive strategic partnership with the US, underscoring strong defence ties and resilience despite trade tensions and external criticism.
- MEA spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal said, "We remain committed to that objective," highlighting confidence that bilateral relations will continue to progress.
- India pledged to safeguard national interests and expects institutional mechanisms to manage differences, while potential growth exists under the India-US Compact.
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