Trump Hints at 25% Tariff on Indian Goods, Reasserts Credit for India-Pakistan Ceasefire
Just ahead of the anticipated August 1 deadline for new trade measures, U.S. President Donald Trump has indicated that a 20% to 25% tariff may be imposed on goods imported from India. Despite not officially sending any notification or letter to New Delhi, Trump’s latest remarks signal renewed trade tensions between the two countries.
“India’s Tariffs Are Higher Than Others,” Says Trump
While speaking to reporters aboard Air Force One on Tuesday (local time), President Trump addressed a media report that India may be preparing to face high tariffs from the U.S. He emphasized that India has been imposing disproportionately higher tariffs on American goods compared to other nations.
“That’s going to change. I’m in charge now,” Trump declared, suggesting that under his administration, such imbalances in trade would no longer be tolerated.
Trump maintained that the broader U.S.-India trade deal was “working out very well,” yet stopped short of confirming whether the new tariffs would be officially implemented by August 1. His remarks add to the uncertainty around the bilateral economic engagement between the two democracies.
Trump Again Claims Credit for India-Pakistan Ceasefire
Alongside trade comments, President Trump reiterated that his diplomatic efforts were instrumental in brokering a ceasefire between India and Pakistan. Although no new details were provided, he repeated previous claims that his administration played a key role in de-escalating tensions in the region.
No Official Notification Sent to India
While Trump has previously sent formal letters to other nations announcing tariff hikes, no such document has been dispatched to India so far. This leaves the current status of the proposed tariff hike in a speculative zone — with traders, analysts, and Indian exporters awaiting clarity
Key Points:
- Tariff Threat: Trump suggests 20–25% tariffs on Indian imports may be imposed by August 1.
- Trade Deal Status: Trump says U.S.-India trade deal “working out very well.”
- Diplomatic Credit: Once again, Trump claims credit for India-Pakistan ceasefire efforts.
- No Official Letter: India hasn’t received a formal notification from the White House yet.
As the August 1 deadline approaches, global markets and diplomatic circles will be closely watching for any formal policy announcements from Washington. Meanwhile, India is expected to respond diplomatically, weighing its options ahead of any potential trade conflict escalation.
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