100% U.S. tariff threat: Can India’s new trade deals reduce its dependence on America?
New Delhi is accelerating negotiations for trade pacts after the Trump administration repeatedly imposed steep tariffs on Indian exports, including a potential 100% duty. The government hopes that diversifying into new markets will lessen reliance on the United States. Analysts note that while the agreements expand options, the extent to which they offset U.S. tariff pressure remains uncertain.