NextFin news, On Friday in New Delhi, Indian Member of Parliament Shashi Tharoor publicly criticized the tariffs imposed by the United States during Donald Trump's administration, highlighting the adverse impact on India's economy and employment.
Tharoor stated that the steep tariffs have led to significant job losses, with lakhs of Indians affected. He emphasized that these trade barriers have hurt Indian exporters and workers, undermining economic growth.
The comments come amid ongoing trade tensions between India and the United States, with both countries engaging in talks to resolve tariff disputes. Prime Minister Narendra Modi and U.S. President Donald Trump recently pledged to continue negotiations to address the trade and tariff impasse.
Tharoor's remarks were reported by MSN on Friday, September 12, 2025, underscoring the continuing economic challenges faced by India due to U.S. trade policies implemented in recent years.
The issue of tariffs has been a point of contention, with other Indian economic experts also criticizing the U.S. policies as detrimental to bilateral trade relations and India's economic progress.
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