Why is Trump putting tariffs on India?
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Trump is imposing a 25% tariff on India due to what he describes as India's high tariffs, non-monetary trade barriers, and India's continued purchases of Russian military equipment and energy. The move aims to pressure India to lower its trade barriers and reconsider its relationship with Russia.
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