Trump Announces Reciprocal Tariffs, Says India Has ‘More Tariffs Than Nearly Any Other Country’ Ahead Of Meeting With PM Modi

Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 07:09pm on 13 Feb 2025,Thursday India Global

During PM Narendra Modi’s US visit, President Donald Trump signed executive orders enforcing reciprocal tariffs, stating, "We will charge any country that charges us." He singled out India, claiming it imposes high tariffs. This move follows Trump's ongoing criticism of trade imbalances. Modi to meet Trump for the first time since his second term began, after high-profile talks with Elon Musk and US NSA Michael Waltz. India has yet to respond to the tariff policy. With Modi’s visit focused on trade and defense ties, Trump’s announcement adds tension to US-India economic relations.

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