🇺🇸 Donald Trump · 🇮🇳 Narendra Modi
PM Modi, Trump discuss trade, energy ties amid tariff concerns over Russian oil purchase
What happened
Indian officials have raised concerns over a US law that could impose tariffs of up to 100% on major buyers of Russian oil, which has implications for bilateral relations and the global energy market. Modi and Trump discussed the issue during a phone call, which was initiated by the Indian side. The two leaders also reviewed bilateral cooperation in trade, defense, energy, and other areas. Modi described the conversation as productive and said they agreed to maintain close engagement to deepen c
Why it matters
The US law could have significant implications for India's energy market and bilateral relations with the US, which are currently engaged in trade negotiations. The issue also highlights ongoing concerns between the two countries on trade, defense, and other areas.
Key facts
- * India has raised concerns over a US law that could impose tariffs of up to 100% on major buyers of Russian oil. * The law, known as the Lindsey O Graham Sanctioning Russia and Iran Act, gives Trump the power to impose tariffs on the top five purchasers of Russian oil. * Modi and Trump discussed the issue during a phone call, which also covered bilateral cooperation in trade, defense, and other areas.
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