Leavitt emphasized that the president’s actions are designed to boost competitiveness, reduce trade deficits, and strengthen national security. “It’s simple—if you make your product in America, you will pay no tariffs.”
In 1991, faced with a balance of payments crisis and dwindling foreign reserves, India responded not with protectionism but with liberalisation. The result: three decades of sustained growth, hundreds of millions lifted out of poverty, and an economy that is now among the largest in the world.
The move comes as Trump prepares to impose reciprocal tariffs on imports from countries including India
Trump tariffs: According to a joint statement released after the meeting that was held on Sunday, the countries are committed to promoting "regional and global trade", which is crucial given the current global trade environment.
Donald Trump, calling April 2 when the tariffs will come into effect, ‘Liberation Day’, has already imposed tariffs on aluminium, steel and autos, along with increased tariffs on all goods from China.
Iranian media has stated that the country has placed its missiles in ready-to-launch mode within underground facilities across the country, designed to withstand airstrikes.
The proposed tariffs, ranging from 25 per cent to 50 per cent, would impact any country purchasing Russian oil, effectively barring them from doing business in the US.
Speaking to reporters at the White House, the former U.S. President struck a mix of admiration and critique, signaling hope for a breakthrough in ongoing trade negotiations
Trump tariffs: An official said that the Trump administration does not club India with countries like China, Mexico and Canada.
Trump auto tariffs: Automobiles constitute 28.3 per cent of all of Japan’s exports to the US, representing the largest category.
Tesla's CEO emphasised that the effect will be significant, meaning it's a noticeable and important problem for the company.
The auto tariff announcement comes just ahead of Trump’s broader trade agenda, which is expected to roll out on April 2, which he has dubbed "liberation day"
Trump's order aims to address what Trump describes as a failure "to enforce basic and necessary election protections"
“I’m embarrassed to charge them what they have charged us,” Donald Trump says indicating at a softer reciprocal tariff stance.
The group included high-level officials such as Vice President JD Vance, National Security Advisor Mike Waltz, and an individual identified as “S M,” possibly Trump advisor Stephen Miller
The announcement came via Trump’s Truth Social platform, where he linked the measure to Venezuela’s alleged role in sending gang members, including those from the designated terrorist group Tren de Aragua, into the US.
The app is aimed at immigrants living in the US without legal status. Columbia University student Rajani Srinivasan was among the first to use the app after her visa was revoked following allegations that she was “advocating for violence and terrorism.”
Donald Trump emphasised the urgency of the department's closure, stating, "We're going to shut it down and shut it down as quickly as possible."
The Green Card-holder and postdoctoral fellow has been accused by the Department of Homeland Security of having ties with Palestinian militant group, Hamas
US Fed Chair sees “Negative Sentiment”, blows apart US govt claims that ‘Trump Tariffs’ will not impact prices for American consumers.
“The question of whether the US economy can endure such a large-scale tariff war is not even a matter of debate. The answer is clearly no,” read the editorial.
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