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India Raises 100% Tariff Concerns During US Trade Delegation Meeting
✍️ The Economic Times
🗓 30 Sep 2026, 01:16 AM
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India told a visiting US delegation that a proposed 100% tariff on certain Indian goods is a serious concern, urging Washington to reconsider its stance.
New Delhi – In a meeting with a United States trade delegation, senior Indian officials highlighted apprehensions over a proposed 100% tariff on selected Indian exports. The officials described the measure as potentially disruptive to bilateral trade and urged the American side to engage in constructive dialogue before any final decision is taken.
The concerns were raised by the Ministry of Commerce and Industry, which emphasized that such a steep duty could undermine existing market access and affect sectors that rely heavily on the US market. Delegates from the US Department of Commerce were asked to provide clarity on the rationale behind the tariff and explore alternative mechanisms to address any trade imbalances.
Both sides agreed to keep communication channels open and to schedule follow‑up discussions within the next few weeks. The Indian government reiterated its commitment to a rules‑based multilateral trading system and signaled readiness to work with Washington to resolve the issue amicably.
No final resolution was announced, but the dialogue is expected to shape the next phase of India‑US trade negotiations, which have been ongoing since the 2023 trade pact renewal talks.
The concerns were raised by the Ministry of Commerce and Industry, which emphasized that such a steep duty could undermine existing market access and affect sectors that rely heavily on the US market. Delegates from the US Department of Commerce were asked to provide clarity on the rationale behind the tariff and explore alternative mechanisms to address any trade imbalances.
Both sides agreed to keep communication channels open and to schedule follow‑up discussions within the next few weeks. The Indian government reiterated its commitment to a rules‑based multilateral trading system and signaled readiness to work with Washington to resolve the issue amicably.
No final resolution was announced, but the dialogue is expected to shape the next phase of India‑US trade negotiations, which have been ongoing since the 2023 trade pact renewal talks.