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India Imposes 12% Tariff on Chinese Steel Imports

4/23/2025

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India has taken a bold step by imposing a 12% tariff on certain steel imports, targeting the flood of inexpensive Chinese steel to safeguard its local manufacturers. This measure, lasting 200 days, coincides with U.S. Vice President JD Vance's visit to India, where he explored a new trade agreement to strengthen ties between the two nations.

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India has taken a bold step by imposing a 12% tariff on certain steel imports, targeting the flood of inexpensive Chinese steel to safeguard its local manufacturers. This measure, lasting 200 days, coincides with U.S. Vice President JD Vance's visit to India, where he explored a new trade agreement to strengthen ties between the two nations.