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India & United States — United States Trade Representative

24 shared events · Importance 7 · Last updated Aug 20, 2026

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India: India is a central participant in the bilateral trade agreement, actively negotiating with the United States to enhance market access, attract investments, and strengthen its position in global supply chains. The country is also facing proposed tariffs from the United States related to forced labor concerns.
United States — United States Trade Representative: The United States — United States Trade Representative is actively involved in finalizing the interim trade deal with India and has proposed additional tariffs on goods from 60 countries, including India, due to concerns about forced labor.
May 21, 2026 · 109 articles
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India: India>>> is facing a 12.5% additional tariff, despite ongoing negotiations for a trade deal with the United States>>>. The proposed tariffs could further sour diplomatic ties.
United States — United States Trade Representative: The United States — United States Trade Representative>>> (USTR) is the government agency responsible for conducting the investigations under Section 301 of the Trade Act of 1974 and formally proposing the new tariffs. The USTR's findings and statements are central to this event.
Jun 02, 2026 · 125 articles
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India: India secured a lower 10% tariff after amending its foreign trade policy to ban forced labor imports, a diplomatic win.
United States — United States Trade Representative: USTR conducted the forced labor investigation and implemented the tariffs, adding product exemptions and adjusting rates based on country actions.
Apr 20, 2026 · 318 articles
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India: India amended its trade policy to ban forced labour imports, addressing US concerns and aligning with international standards.
United States — United States Trade Representative: USTR launched investigations and proposed tariffs on India and other countries.
Jul 14, 2026 · 21 articles
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India: India>>>'s benchmark indices declined, and the country faces potential additional duties from the United States>>> over forced labor concerns, impacting its trade relations.
United States — United States Trade Representative: The United States — United States Trade Representative>>> proposed slapping 12.5% additional duties on 54 countries, including India>>>, due to concerns about forced labor in imported goods.
Jun 03, 2026 · 7 articles
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India: Major buyer of Russian oil; faces potential 100% tariffs.
United States — United States Trade Representative: Will determine tariff rates and reassess top buyers.
Jul 10, 2026 · 311 articles
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India: India is the central actor, clarifying its trade stance and reaffirming its domestic ethanol policy. The denial supports domestic ethanol producers and maintains policy stability.
United States — United States Trade Representative: The USTR's Section 301 investigations into India add complexity to trade talks, though not directly addressed in the denial.
Aug 06, 2026 · 6 articles
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India: Central country; bill affects its digital payments ecosystem.
United States — United States Trade Representative: USTR's 2026 report criticized UPI and RuPay for being free, which critics say influenced the bill.
Aug 06, 2026 · 79 articles
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India: India is a major buyer of Russian crude and could face 100% tariffs on exports to the US. It defends its energy purchases as necessary for national security.
United States — United States Trade Representative: The USTR, led by Jamieson Greer, would set the actual tariff rates if the bill becomes law.
Aug 11, 2026 · 12 articles
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India: India is the client, renewing the lobbying contract to advance its interests in the US.
United States — United States Trade Representative: The USTR is involved in trade negotiations with India.
Jul 07, 2026 · 6 articles
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India: India is the main negotiating party, holding out for better terms; its strong economy and political gains provide leverage.
United States — United States Trade Representative: USTR launched Section 301 investigations and proposed tariffs on India; engaged in negotiations.
Jul 08, 2026 · 52 articles
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India: India is a central party in the trade negotiations, seeking a favorable tariff position. The outcome affects its export competitiveness and energy import costs.
United States — United States Trade Representative: The office is involved in the trade negotiations, with Jamieson Greer leading talks.
Aug 13, 2026 · 13 articles
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India: India is among the 60 trading partners subject to the tariffs, with 45% of its exports reportedly exempt from the 10% rate, but still affected.
United States — United States Trade Representative: The USTR implemented the Section 301 tariffs and is defending them. Its actions are under legal scrutiny.
Jul 11, 2026 · 163 articles
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India: India>>> is among the countries that would face a 12.5% additional tariff due to alleged forced labor imports.
United States — United States Trade Representative: The United States — United States Trade Representative>>> released a report proposing additional tariffs on products from various trading partners due to alleged forced labor imports, impacting international trade relations.
May 18, 2026 · 323 articles
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India: India faces potential forced-labor tariffs; Brazil case seen as warning.
United States — United States Trade Representative: USTR implemented the tariffs on Canada, Brazil, and other countries, and is leading negotiations. Its actions are central to the trade disputes.
Jul 16, 2026 · 305 articles
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India: India is under investigation for trade practices, but no decision has been made.
United States — United States Trade Representative: The USTR is involved in the tariff deliberations and Section 301 investigations, playing a key role in implementing trade policy.
Aug 24, 2026 · 12 articles
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Dec 25, 2025 · 7 articles
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United States — United States Trade Representative: The United States — United States Trade Representative's office is involved in the administration's trade plans, with its spokesperson not immediately responding to requests for comment on Donald Trump's new tariff plans.
Feb 20, 2026 · 48 articles
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Feb 10, 2026 · 7 articles
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Jan 17, 2026 · 6 articles
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Mar 22, 2026 · 6 articles
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May 13, 2026 · 7 articles
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Apr 19, 2026 · 28 articles
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Apr 27, 2026 · 26 articles
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