US EditionTrump’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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Indo-US relationship has weathered many storms: MEA on Trump's tariff announcement - The Statesman
Reacting cautiously to US President Donald Trump's decision to slap 25 per cent tariff on Indian imports and calling our economy “dead”, India on Friday asserted that the bilateral relationship has weathered several transitions and challenges, and expressed confidence that it would continue to move forward.
India responds to Trump’s tariff attack, says ties with US have weathered ‘many challenges’
“India and the United States share a comprehensive global strategic partnership anchored in shared interests, democratic values, and robust people-to-people ties,” said Ministry of External Affairs spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal at a weekly press briefing.
Indian Foreign Ministry spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal said, "As far as the issue of tariff is concerned, a statement has been issued by the government. As far as the White House's statement is concerned, it would be better if it is asked from the White House."
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