Global Trade Tensions

Trump Drops 155% Tariff Bombshell On China – Is This The Start Of Trade War 2.0?

The US president threatens a massive 155% tariff on Chinese goods, warns of new export controls and hints at an early 2026 visit to Beijing after talks with Xi in Seoul.

Oct 21, 2025, 03:33 AM IST

US Expects India, Allies’ Backing On China’s Rare Earth Curbs: US Treasury Secy

In an interview with Fox News, Bessent characterised the Chinese export controls as “China versus the world” and expressed confidence that US partners would extend their backing behind Washington’s efforts.

Oct 14, 2025, 23:45 PM IST

India And US Talk Prosperity, While America Pushes Tariffs – Jaishankar Shows How Real Power Talks Happen

On the sidelines of the 80th UNGA, India and the United States signal renewed strategic engagement across critical sectors amid global challenges.

Sep 23, 2025, 03:40 AM IST

Can NATO, EU Slap Tariffs On India, China As Trump Wants To Pressure Russia?

The US president calls for sweeping economic measures against Moscow’s major trading partners, aiming to force Vladimir Putin to halt the conflict in Ukraine.

Sep 16, 2025, 02:22 AM IST

PM Modi In Japan: India-Tokyo Pact Deepens As Trump’s Tariffs Redraw Global Trade Map | DNA Explains

India and Japan, both key players in the Indo-Pacific region, are currently grappling with aggressive tariff regimes enforced by the United States. While India has been hit with tariffs as high as 50%, Japan is facing up to 25% on automobiles and 50% on steel and aluminium exports.

Aug 29, 2025, 23:14 PM IST

US Mocks Indian Rupee; Treasury Secretary Says ‘All-Time Low’ Reserve Currency Not A Concern

U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent calls India-US ties “complicated”, but says “at the end of the day, we will come together”.

Aug 27, 2025, 23:36 PM IST

'More Secondary Sanctions Ahead': Donald Trump After Additional 25% Tariff Bomb

Trump also indicated that similar actions could be taken against China. When asked whether additional tariffs on China were being considered in light of the Indian penalties, he said, "Could happen. It depends on how we do. Could happen."

Aug 07, 2025, 06:38 AM IST

Despite Trump’s 25% Tariff, How India Still Beats Pakistan, Bangladesh On Trade Balance

India faces steep U.S. tariffs under Trump’s new trade policy, but it still maintains a more balanced trade equation than South Asian peers like Pakistan, Bangladesh and Sri Lanka due to lower tariff differentials and diversified exports.

Aug 05, 2025, 02:15 AM IST

Tariff Blackmail? Trump Drags BRICS To The Table With 180-Day Ultimatum – India Caught Balancing Trade, Dollar Exit & U.S. Heat

As Trump’s 180-day tariff threat sends shockwaves through BRICS, India finds itself caught between Washington’s demands and its own ambitions to de-dollarise trade.

Aug 01, 2025, 06:10 AM IST

Trump’s Tariff Tsunami Hits 21 Nations: Sri Lanka, Iraq, Philippines Among Latest Targets In 30% Trade Blitz

Sri Lanka, Algeria, Iraq, Libya, Brunei, Moldova and Philippines. All now have been slapped with fresh US tariffs – some as high as 30%. 

Jul 10, 2025, 02:45 AM IST

Trump’s Tariff Bombshell: Who’s Hit, What’s At Stake And How Nations Are Reacting

The Indian rupee strengthened slightly after India was excluded from the tariff list, while other Asian currencies held steady.

Jul 09, 2025, 01:11 AM IST