The editorial in the Hindu newspaper dated 01/08/25 examines the rationale and repercussions of the US President Donald Trump's decision to levy a 25% tariff plus penalties on Indian imports. The move was anticipated as he has been voicing his displeasure over Indian dealings with Russia, and has also seen criticizing India for tis high tariff non tariff barriers. The US wants India to open its market across borders and reduce tariffs, has sing-fenced, its agriculture and dairy sectors. The editorial noted that Trump's frustration stems from the repeated delays in materializing bilateral trade deal with India, though he calls himself "a Dealmaker in chief". The news paper applauds India for its commitment to safeguard national interest, assertively underscores India's sovereign sights in choosing its trade partners, while also cautions the Indian negotiators to work double hard to conclude acceptable deal, considering the fact the 20% of India's export is to USA, placing India in a relatively disadvantageous position.
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