大限将至，印度选择硬碰硬，准备强硬回应美国汽车关税

Core Viewpoint - The trade friction between the US and India is escalating, with India planning to impose retaliatory tariffs on US products in response to US tariffs on Indian automotive exports [1][4]. Group 1: Trade Measures - India has notified the World Trade Organization (WTO) about its intention to impose retaliatory tariffs due to the impact of US tariffs on Indian automotive exports [1][4]. - The US has imposed a 25% tariff on imported cars and parts, which is expected to affect $2.9 billion of Indian exports annually, leading to an additional $724 million in tariffs for Indian exporters [4]. Group 2: Negotiation Status - India has initiated a "consultation" process at the WTO to challenge the US automotive tariffs, arguing that these tariffs are unfair to Indian exporters [4]. - Both countries were working towards a temporary trade agreement before July 9, which is critical to avoid the implementation of new tariffs starting August 1 [4][5]. Group 3: Key Issues in Negotiations - India emphasizes the need to address two core issues: "market access" and "reciprocal tariffs" in the negotiations with the US [5]. - The negotiation outlook is uncertain due to the firm stance of the US on tariffs and India's unwillingness to concede [5].