Trump-Modi ties hit rock bottom with new tariffs on India over Russian oil
The relationship between the United States and India took a hit as the Trump administration announced new tariffs on Indian goods in response to India’s purchase of Russian oil. The move, unveiled on Tuesday, marks a significant escalation in tensions between the two countries, which have been grappling with various trade issues in recent years.
President Trump justified the decision by citing national security concerns, emphasizing the need to penalize countries that engage in transactions with Russia. India, a major buyer of Russian oil, was quick to denounce the tariffs as unjust and detrimental to the longstanding bilateral ties between the two nations. Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed disappointment in the U.S. actions, asserting that India has the sovereign right to conduct its trade affairs as it deems fit.
The new tariffs are expected to have far-reaching implications for various sectors in India, potentially triggering retaliatory measures from the Indian government. This latest development adds to the strain on the relationship between the two countries, which have been at odds over issues such as intellectual property rights, agricultural trade, and data localization.
As both nations grapple with the economic fallout of the COVID-19 pandemic, the imposition of tariffs further complicates efforts to restore stability and growth. The coming weeks will be crucial in determining the trajectory of U.S.-India relations and the extent to which both sides are willing to find common ground amid escalating tensions.
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