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美俄会晤结束后,特朗普的一句话,让莫迪心碎,印度也彻底凉凉了
Sou Hu Cai Jing·2025-08-18 07:31

Core Viewpoint - The recent U.S.-Russia summit has shifted the global trade dynamics, leaving India as the sole victim of U.S. tariff policies, while China and Russia have gained breathing space [5][12][24]. Tariff Negotiations Breakdown - The sixth round of U.S.-India trade talks scheduled for August 25 was abruptly canceled by the U.S. delegation, leading to a significant setback for India [9][10]. - The U.S. is set to impose a 50% tariff on Indian exports, which includes a 25% base tariff and an additional 25% punitive tariff, effective August 27 [10][12]. Trade Relations and Economic Impact - The U.S. is India's most important trading partner, accounting for 20% of India's total exports, amounting to $86.5 billion last year [12]. - The imposition of tariffs is expected to severely cut profits for Indian exporters and threaten millions of jobs [12][24]. Comparison with China and Russia - Following the U.S.-Russia meeting, President Trump announced that there would be no new tariffs on China, providing them with a three-month buffer to negotiate [13][14]. - The U.S. has softened its stance towards Russia, while India has been left isolated, indicating a lack of leverage in the current geopolitical landscape [18][19]. India's Response and Future Outlook - Indian officials have expressed outrage over the U.S. tariffs, labeling them as "unfair" and "unreasonable," and have vowed to take necessary actions to protect national interests [17][22]. - Prime Minister Modi's call for domestic product consumption under the "Make in India" initiative is seen as insufficient to counteract the economic impact of U.S. tariffs [22][24]. - The ongoing tariff dispute may further deteriorate U.S.-India relations, with significant implications for India's economy and trade [24][26].