The United States could raise tariffs on India if New Delhi does not meet Washington’s demand to curb purchases of Russian oil, US President Donald Trump said on Sunday, escalating pressure on the South Asian country as trade talks remain inconclusive.
“[Prime Minister Narendra] Modi is a good guy. He knew I was not happy, and it was important to make me happy,” Trump told reporters aboard Air Force One.
“They do trade, and we can raise tariffs on them very quickly,” Trump said in response to...
India faces new tariff hikes as Trump demands end to Russian oil imports amid trade talks
Published 4 days ago
Source: scmp.com

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