Afghanistan, Sept. 2 -- US President Donald Trump stated that India proposed zero tariffs on American goods, criticizing delayed action and highlighting ongoing trade tensions between Washington and New Delhi.
US President Donald Trump stated on September 1, 2025, that India had proposed reducing tariffs on American goods to zero. He criticized the move as overdue, stating, "They should have done so years ago," and described the trade relationship as a "one-sided disaster."
Trump's remarks came amid escalating trade tensions following the U.S. imposition of a 50% tariff on Indian imports. The tariffs were introduced in response to India's continued purchase of Russian oil, which the U.S. views as indirectly supporting Russia's actions in ...