Comments on U.S. President Donald Trump’s imposition of secondary sanctions & tariffs on India

Comments on U.S. President Donald Trump’s imposition of secondary sanctions & tariffs on India as a strategy to pressure Russia into ending the Russia-Ukraine war

The imposition of secondary tariffs/sanctions on India, as announced by the White House, is a concerning development that could strain the vital US-India partnership. India, as a sovereign nation and a key global economy, has been navigating complex energy needs to support its 1.4 billion citizens, often under challenging geopolitical circumstances.

While the intent to pressure Russia and end the Ukraine conflict is understandable, targeting India with a 50 percent tariff risks undermining the strong strategic and economic ties that both nations have built over decades. These ties are critical for global stability, trade, and addressing shared challenges like climate change and technology innovation.

As an Indian-American, I urge the US administration to engage in constructive dialogue with India to find balanced solutions that respect India’s energy realities while advancing shared goals for peace. The Indian-American community stands ready to bridge understanding and foster collaboration between our two great democracies. We must work together to strengthen, not weaken, this partnership.

Community leader and former advisor to President Biden Ajay Bhutoria

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