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U.S. Tariffs Strain India Ties, Pushes Closer to China

8/31/2025

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The U.S. has imposed 50% tariffs on Indian goods, straining U.S.-India relations and pushing India closer to China and Russia.
India has a $100 billion trade deficit with China, while maintaining a $40 billion surplus with the U.S.
Modi's upcoming visit to China for the Shanghai Cooperation Organization summit indicates a possible shift in regional alliances.

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Story summary

The U.S. has imposed 50% tariffs on Indian goods, straining U.S.-India relations and pushing India closer to China and Russia.
India has a $100 billion trade deficit with China, while maintaining a $40 billion surplus with the U.S.
Modi's upcoming visit to China for the Shanghai Cooperation Organization summit indicates a possible shift in regional alliances.