India submits revised trade proposal targeting US tariffs
This action comes in response to the U.S. government's decision to double tariffs on imports of steel and aluminum. Reports indicate that India submitted the updated proposal to WTO members at its own request.
On March 12, 2025, the U.S. increased import duties on aluminum, steel, and related goods to 25 percent, which the Trump administration then raised to 50 percent on June 3. India's response aligns with WTO regulations that permit member countries to suspend concessions when affected by safeguard measures.
According to the revised proposal, India's planned suspension of trade concessions could impact U.S. goods worth approximately US$3.82 billion—a substantial increase from the earlier estimate of $1.91 billion in May. This figure reflects the estimated value of Indian exports affected by the U.S. measures, which total around $7.6 billion.
India has indicated that it may impose higher tariffs on select U.S. products. However, the final tariff rates and product lists remain flexible, allowing India to adjust depending on the escalating impact of the U.S.'s trade actions.
The dispute stems from the U.S.'s initial move in 2018, when it imposed a 25 percent tariff on certain steel products and 10 percent on aluminum, citing national security concerns. In response, India raised tariffs in 2019 on 28 U.S. products, including almonds and walnuts, and also filed a complaint with the WTO.
This current development comes amid ongoing negotiations for a Bilateral Trade Agreement (BTA) between the two countries. An Indian delegation is scheduled to visit Washington next week to continue trade discussions.
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