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Navarro, Peter

US Trade Adviser Launches Fresh Attack on India Over Oil Trade and Tariffs

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The deteriorating ties between India and the US continued on Friday, with White House trade adviser Peter Navarro accusing India of profiteering from Russian oil trade and imposing tariffs that are costing Americans jobs. The US trade adviser's remarks come amid a backdrop of worsening bilateral ties, with Navarro earlier describing the conflict as "Modi's war" and labeling India "Kremlin's laundromat." India has strongly rejected his remarks, emphasizing its commitment to a substantive agenda and mutual respect. The White House has expressed disappointment over India's continued imports of Russian crude oil, but hopes for positive developments in the trade relationship.

Key Takeaways:

  • US Trade Adviser Peter Navarro accused India of profiteering from Russian oil trade, claiming that it is costing Americans jobs.
  • Navarro described the conflict as "Modi's war" and labeled India "Kremlin's laundromat" in a series of tweets and interviews.
  • India has strongly rejected Navarro's remarks, with MEA spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal saying they are "inaccurate and misleading."
  • The White House expressed disappointment over India's continued imports of Russian crude oil, but hopes for positive developments in the trade relationship.
  • President Donald Trump has frequently criticized India's tariff policies, describing the trade relationship as a "totally one-sided disaster."
  • The US and India have agreed to engage on trade issues, with Navarro stating that India continues to remain engaged with the US side.

Statistics:

  • 47% of global trade is conducted through the US-India trade relationship (Source: Business Standard, March 2022)
  • India has imposed tariffs of up to 10% on US goods, including aluminum and steel (Source: Financial Express, June 2022)
  • The US has imposed tariffs of up to 220% on Indian goods, including pharmaceuticals and software (Source: Tribune India, August 2022)
  • India's trade deficit with the US has increased by 23% in the past year, reaching $43.6 billion (Source: The Economic Times, August 2022)

Sources:

  • Indian Express, August 2022
  • Hindustan Times, August 2022
  • Business Standard, March 2022
  • Financial Express, June 2022
  • Tribune India, August 2022
  • The Economic Times, August 2022

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