Donald Trump Tariff: Donald Trump is once again in the headlines for business policies. This time he has started dialogue with important business partners like India, Israel and Vietnam under the new tariff policy. On 2 April 2025, US President Donald Trump announced a new import duty (tariff) on India, Israel and Vietnam, which will be effective from April 9.

According to the announcement of Donald Trump, it has been announced to impose 26% on India, 46% on Vietnam and 17% on Israel. Trump argues that this policy is based on the principle of reciprocal trade, where the US should be exported equal or less.

Trump is talking to three countries including India

According to CNN report, America is holding active trade talks with representatives of India, Israel and Vietnam countries. Trump wants an agreement to be reached before the deadline so that the tariff can be postponed. According to Trump’s Truth Social Post, the General Secretary of the Communist Party of Vietnam has said that if there is an agreement with America, they are ready to reduce their tariffs up to zero. It is an indication that Vietnam can adopt a flexible stance on the deal.

India’s position on tariff

This tariff is particularly challenging for India as America is the largest export market in India. 26 percent import tax can have a profound impact on Indian industries, especially in areas such as textile, IT and pharma. Talking about Israel, Israeli officials have already expressed concern that American tariffs can damage the competition capacity of Israeli companies. With this, some companies may think of starting a manufacturing unit in the US.

Trump’s ‘Deal Making’ strategy

Donald Trump has always been putting forward the image of the deal maker. Talking to reporters, he said that every country is calling us. This is our beauty, we keep ourselves on the driver’s seat. They believe that tariff is a pressure weapon, so that countries can be brought to the table of negotiation.

Tiktok example given on tariff or technology

Giving the example of Tiktok, Donald Trump said that countries like China can also be ready to compromise in exchange for tariffs. This strategy is not only limited to trade, but it is also the scope of national security and technical companies. Apart from this, Trump’s son Eric Trump posted on X (East Twitter) that the country who will first interact, he will win, he will lose in the last, the statement makes it clear that there is a clear message from the US: to compromise or face losses quickly.

China and Canada’s response

While some countries are preparing for talks, China and Canada have clearly said that they will retaliate with American tariffs. This can create an atmosphere of potential business war.

Donald Trump Remove NSA: US President Donald Trump has again taken a decision that has created a stir not only in America but also in global politics. This time he has dismissed the Director of the National Security Agency (NSA) and four-stars General Timothy Hog. The action was taken immediately after the request of a right -wing worker named Laura Lumor, in which he demanded the removal of officers who are not in line with Trump’s agenda. This incident suggests that Trump is keeping loyalty above merit, and while in power, he will not tolerate his critics at any cost.

General Timothy Hogh had a 33 -year experience in cyber and intelligence world. He has been a critic of Trump and was probably considered close to former General Mark Mile. No formal reason for his dismissal was given. Rather, the influence of outsiders like Laura Lumor is seen behind it. It is very worrying that decisions in sensitive institutions like US national security are being taken on the basis of political loyalty. Apart from this, Hog’s Deputy, Wendy Noble was also removed from the post. Close to Trump believes that officials who are not loyal to his ideology are hindering the way of “greatness” of America.

Lumor intervention

Laura Lumor, which is considered a staunch right. Their effect is clearly visible in this decision. He recently met Trump and demanded the removal of the “non-de-deeds” officials present in NSA and NSS. He believes that General Hogs are representatives of the pre-administration ideology and Trump’s “Make America Great Again” campaign is obstructed. This step of Trump is an indication that he does not give place to such people during his tenure, no matter how much his ability and experience is.

Danger on national security or only reduction in expenditure?

Another important angle-gate is associated with the controversy. Sensitive information related to the Huki attacks in Yemen was leaked on the signal app. Although General Hog had no direct relation in this, this incident created a crisis of faith within NSA and NSS. Apart from this, this decision can also be part of the sorting of government employees with the objective of reducing expenditure under DOGE (Department of Government Efficiency). However, experts believe that it is not just a matter of expenses, but is part of a major political cleaning process of Trump, in which they only want to keep them in administration who are completely loyal to them.