印度再向世贸组织提交对美国贸易反制通知

Group 1 - The Indian government has submitted a notification to the World Trade Organization (WTO) regarding retaliatory tariffs against the U.S. for imposing a 25% tariff on Indian exports of passenger cars, light trucks, and certain auto parts [1] - The U.S. tariffs are estimated to impact approximately $2.895 billion of Indian exports, resulting in an additional cost of about $723.75 million in tariffs for Indian exporters [1] - India argues that the U.S. measures violate WTO rules, specifically the General Agreement on Tariffs and Trade (GATT) and the Safeguards Agreement, constituting discriminatory trade restrictions [1] Group 2 - The U.S. government announced a 26% tariff on all Indian goods, with a 90-day grace period for trade negotiations, which is approaching its deadline on July 9 [2] - If no agreement is reached, the U.S. will impose the 26% tariff on 87% of Indian exports, affecting $4.5 billion in exports [2] - The Indian Minister of Commerce has stated that trade negotiations are not bound by the U.S. deadline, emphasizing that any agreement must align with India's interests [2] Group 3 - The recent notification to the WTO by India is seen as a strategic move to strengthen its position in ongoing trade negotiations with the U.S. [2] - Both countries are striving to reach a phased agreement before the deadline, but key issues remain unresolved, particularly regarding agriculture and dairy products [2] - If negotiations fail, India may formally initiate dispute resolution procedures at the WTO [2]