Trump's Trade Turbulence: US Tariffs Target India Amidst Russia Ties
US President Trump announced a 25% tariff on Indian goods starting August 1, along with penalties for India's military and oil purchases from Russia. The move is seen as a tactic to pressure India into trade negotiations. Unclear specifics and reactions are likely to strain US-India trade ties.
Devdiscourse News Desk | Washington DC | Updated: 30-07-2025 20:01 IST | Created: 30-07-2025 20:01 IST
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In a surprising turn of events, US President Donald Trump has announced the imposition of a 25% tariff on all goods imported from India starting August 1.
This move, stated Trump, comes in response to India's significant purchases of military equipment and crude oil from Russia, amidst the ongoing Ukraine conflict.
The precise details of the penalties related to these purchases remain unclear, as does India's immediate response. The announcement follows the adjourned fifth round of US-India trade negotiations, with a sixth round set for later in August.
(With inputs from agencies.)
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