Trump’s Shock Tariff: 25% Blow to Indian Exports
Former US President Donald Trump signed an executive order on Wednesday, August 6, 2025, imposing a steep 25 percent tariff on various Indian imports. This unexpected move has sent ripples through India’s export-oriented sectors.
The order, effective immediately, targets a wide range of goods, details of which are yet to be fully disclosed by the US administration. This lack of transparency is causing further uncertainty and concern among Indian businesses.
Industry experts fear a significant negative impact on India’s export revenue and potential job losses. Sectors like textiles, pharmaceuticals, and gems & jewellery are expected to be particularly hard hit.
The government is currently assessing the full implications of this decision and formulating a comprehensive response. Consultations with affected industries are underway to mitigate the damage.
This sudden escalation of trade tensions highlights the precarious nature of global trade relations and underscores the need for India to diversify its export markets and strengthen its domestic industries. The long-term consequences for bilateral ties between India and the US remain to be seen.
