NextFin news, On Friday, September 12, 2025, Indian Member of Parliament Shashi Tharoor publicly criticized tariffs implemented by former U.S. President Donald Trump, stating that these tariffs have hurt India’s economy and led to job losses for Indian workers. The remarks were made in India during a political discussion on trade relations between the United States and India.
Tharoor highlighted that the tariffs, which were introduced during Trump's administration, have had a lasting negative effect on Indian industries that rely on exports to the U.S. market. He emphasized that many Indian workers have lost their jobs as a direct consequence of these trade barriers.
The tariffs were initially imposed as part of Trump's broader trade policy aimed at protecting American industries but have had ripple effects on trading partners like India. Tharoor's comments reflect ongoing concerns within India about the impact of U.S. trade policies on the country's economic growth and employment.
This statement was reported by The Economic Times, which covered Tharoor's remarks and the broader context of U.S.-India trade relations. The discussion underscores the continuing economic challenges faced by India in the wake of international trade tensions.
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