India Calls US Tariff Plan a Unilateralist, Protectionist Move
India's Commerce Ministry has described the US tariff plan as a typical unilateralist and protectionist act.
New Delhi: The Commerce Ministry on Tuesday characterised the proposed United States tariff plan as a typical unilateralist and protectionist act, signalling New Delhi's disapproval of the measure.
The remarks came from a ministry spokesperson, who framed the US approach as contrary to the spirit of multilateral trade negotiations. The statement did not provide further specifics on the scope of the tariffs or potential Indian countermeasures.
The ministry's reaction underscores growing friction in global trade relations, as Washington's latest move is seen by New Delhi as an attempt to bypass established international frameworks. Indian officials have consistently advocated for rule-based, transparent trade practices.
Observers note that the comment reflects India's broader stance against protectionism, even as it engages in bilateral trade discussions with major economies. The ministry has not yet indicated whether it will raise the matter at the World Trade Organization or pursue other diplomatic channels.