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US Tariffs Spark Trade Tensions, India Seeks Market Diversification

11/5/2025

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The United States imposes tariffs on India, Japan, and Indonesia, including a 50% duty on India justified by India's oil purchases from Russia, prompting concerns about the World Trade Organization's effectiveness.
India is diversifying its markets toward Africa and the Middle East.
In a United Nations debate, India's External Minister called for reforms to ensure fair trade and sovereignty.

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The United States imposes tariffs on India, Japan, and Indonesia, including a 50% duty on India justified by India's oil purchases from Russia, prompting concerns about the World Trade Organization's effectiveness.
India is diversifying its markets toward Africa and the Middle East.
In a United Nations debate, India's External Minister called for reforms to ensure fair trade and sovereignty.