US President Donald Trump has said that it was not an easy decision to impose tariffs (tax) due to buying Russian oil on India. He said that this caused a strain in the relationship between the two countries.

In an interview to Fox News, Trump said, “India was the biggest customer in Russia. I imposed 50% tariff on India, because they were buying oil from Russia. It was a big step and this increased differences with India.” Trump also said that Russia’s issue is more in Europe, less of America. He claimed that during his tenure he resolved many major controversies, including the issue of Pakistan-India.

India defended the purchase of oil from Russia

On the other hand, India has defended the purchase of Russian oil. India says that the purchase of energy depends on its national interest and market status.

Pressure from America

Sergio Gore, a nominated candidate for the post of Ambassador in India of Trump administration, said that the US wants India to buy American oil and petroleum products. He says that India’s more than 140 million population and fast growing middle class is a big market for America.

What did the American Commerce Secretary say?

Talking to CNBC, American Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnik also indicated that if India stops buying Russian oil, then the trade agreement between the two countries may open.

Effect on India-US relations

In the last few months, there has been a lot of ups and downs in the relations between India and America, where India’s buying oil from Russia has caused the main dispute. The Modi government has said its side on this, saying that taking oil from Russia is completely in the national interest, because it gives cheaper fuel and ensures the energy security of the people. Meanwhile, in August, the US imposed 25% additional tariffs on some Indian products, which increased the total fee to 50%. Which is the highest among all the business partners of America.

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US President Donald Trump has given a big statement about India. On Friday (September 05), he said that America has lost India and Russia at the hands of China. A few hours later, he made it clear that he is very disappointed with India because India is still buying a large amount of oil from Russia. Trump claimed that this is why his government has imposed a big tariff (fee) on India.

What did Trump say on relationship with PM Modi?

When Trump was asked, why did America lose India with China? So Trump said, “I don’t think we have lost India, but I was very disappointed that India is buying so much oil from Russia. I had also told this to India. After this we put a very big tariff on India, 50 percent big.”

However, amid criticism, Trump also underlined his personal relationship with Prime Minister Narendra Modi. He said, “I have a very good relationship with Modi ji. He is a great person. He came here a few months ago.”

Trump mentions PM Modi’s visit to White House

Trump also remembered PM Modi’s recent White House visit. He told, “We went to the daily garden, but the grass was completely wet there. It was a perfect place for the press conference. Then I said that let’s use the beautiful white stone instead of the White House, and it was very much liked by everyone.”

Always ready to improve relations with India: Trump

When the media asked if he was ready to rectify relations with India again, Trump replied, “Yes, I am always ready. Modi ji is my good friend and will live. He is a very good Prime Minister. Just at this time I do not like some of his things, but India and America are strong and special. There is no matter of concern.”

Trump hoped on business talks

Trump also said that business talks with many countries including India are going well and the results are coming positive. He said that the relations between America and India are in a little difficult period. He says that America has lost India and Russia in “influence of China”.

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US President Donald Trump has imposed a 50 percent tariff on India. This decision of Trump is being opposed in his own country. Former US National Security Advisor (NSA) Jack Sulivan has said that President Donald Trump has put more business pressure on India by applying 50 percent tariff. Sulivan believes that due to Trump’s policies, India is gradually leaning towards China.

Jack Sulivan said in a podcast, ‘When he talks to leaders of other countries, he says that America is no longer worth trusting. Many countries consider America to be the biggest problem, while China is coming forward like a responsible and reliable country. He said that earlier America’s image was strong, but now China’s popularity is growing rapidly and America’s credibility is becoming weak.

India is looking towards China in compulsion: Sulivan

Giving the example of India, Sulivan said, “The attempt to form a deep and permanent relationship with India was going on with the consent of both parties, but Trump made such a big business attack on India that now Indian leaders have to say that maybe we have to go to Beijing and sit with China, so that a balance can be made against America.”

50% tariff shocks Indian exports

The Trump administration has implemented a 50% tariff on India from 27 August. This is the highest tariff imposed on any country. It is believed that this will have a profound impact on India’s economy and employment. Trump said the reason for the additional 25% fee was said by India to buy oil from Russia. This heavy tax is expected to affect India’s clothes, jewelery and mechanical equipment industry the most.

Trump’s ‘resentment’ reason?

Meanwhile, a report by American investment bank Jefferies claimed that Trump’s personal resentment is the real reason for imposing tariffs on India. In fact, in May, Trump wanted to mediate the India Pakistan dispute, but India refused. Apart from this, the agricultural sector has also been described as a big issue of conflict between the two countries.

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