Trump eyes tariffs on Indian rice, calls dumping 'cheating'

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News18•09-12-2025, 08:14
Trump eyes tariffs on Indian rice, calls dumping 'cheating'
- •US President Donald Trump indicated a tough stance on foreign agricultural imports, potentially imposing new tariffs.
- •Indian rice and Canadian fertilizers were specifically mentioned as targets for potential tariffs.
- •The move follows complaints from US farmers about losses due to cheap foreign goods, which Trump called "cheating."
- •A $12 billion aid package for American farmers was announced during discussions on import tariffs.
- •Trump questioned India's rice exports to the US, despite ongoing bilateral trade talks between the two countries.
Why It Matters: Trump's proposed tariffs on Indian rice could affect Indian farmers and US-India trade.
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