In a telephonic interview on The Scott Jennings Radio Show, Trump said he "understands tariffs better than anyone" and accused India of being the “most tariffed nation” in the world.
September 3, 2025Swarup’s remarks came in response to comments made by White House Trade Advisor Peter Navarro, who defended President Donald Trump’s decision to impose a 50 per cent tariff on Indian imports, accusing India of indirectly funding Russia’s war effort in Ukraine through oil trade.
August 30, 2025Trump had earlier accused India of maintaining “the highest tariffs and most strenuous non-monetary trade barriers in the world,” while continuing to buy energy and defense equipment from Russia.
August 27, 2025The official further accused India of “intentionally taking advantage” of the ongoing war in Ukraine to boost its energy deals with Russia.
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