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The president signed an executive order that lowered reciprocal tariffs on India from 25% to 18% as agreed upon in a phone call with Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi this week, and removed tariffs on Indian aircrafts and aircraft parts.
PULSE POINTSWHAT HAPPENED: President Donald J. Trump announced a trade deal with India that includes reduced tariffs and increased U.S. exports.WHO WAS INVOLVED: President Trump and Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi.WHEN & WHERE: Announced Monday following a call between the two leaders.KEY QUOTE: “Out of friendship and respect for Prime Minister Modi and, as per […] The post Trump Strikes Trade Deal with India, Says Modi Has Agreed to Stop Buying Russian Oil. appeared first on The National Pulse .
PULSE POINTS WHAT HAPPENED: President Donald J. Trump announced a trade deal with India that includes reduced tariffs and increased U.S. exports. WHO WAS INVOLVED: President Trump and Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi. WHEN & WHERE: Announced Monday following a call between the two leaders. KEY QUOTE: “Out of friendship and respect for Prime Minister Modi and, as per his request, effective immediately, we agreed to a Trade Deal between the United States and India, whereby the United States will charge a reduced Reciprocal Tariff, lowering it from 25% to 18%.” – Donald Trump IMPACT: India will reduce tariffs and non-tariff barriers to zero, increase purchases of American goods, and stop purchasing Russian oil. IN FULL President…Open
Trump also insisted that India had agreed to stop purchasing Russian oil.
AI:President Trump has announced a new trade agreement with India following a direct conversation with Prime Minister Modi, marking a significant shift in bilateral economic relations as the administration continues to exert pressure on global partners through aggressive tariff policies and strategic negotiations. During the call, Trump successfully secured an agreement from India to cease all purchases of Russian oil, a major victory for U.S. foreign policy aimed at isolating adversaries and reshaping international energy markets. This development follows a pattern of high-stakes diplomacy where Trump utilizes trade leverage to force concessions on geopolitical issues, effectively pressuring allies to align with American interests and pivot…Open