Core Viewpoint - India has decided to suspend its plans to purchase U.S. military equipment due to the imposition of high tariffs by the United States [1][4]. Group 1: Tariff Impact - The U.S. has imposed an additional 25% tariff on Indian products, raising the overall tariff rate to 50% [4]. - This decision was made following U.S. President Trump's executive order on August 6, which cited India's indirect import of Russian oil as the reason for the tariffs [4]. Group 2: Defense Procurement - Indian Defense Minister Singh's planned visit to the U.S. to announce procurement plans has been canceled [4]. - Although there has been no formal written directive to halt purchases, Indian officials indicate that there are currently no new developments regarding the procurement [4]. Group 3: Indian Government's Response - Indian officials have criticized the U.S. tariffs as "unfair, unjust, and unreasonable" [4]. - Prime Minister Modi stated that while India will not agree to U.S. conditions, it will not sacrifice domestic industry interests [4].
外媒：消息人士称印度暂停执行购买美国武器的计划
Zhong Guo Xin Wen Wang·2025-08-09 03:10