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Amid tariff row, MEA hopes India, US relationship will continue to move forward

The remarks from the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) came amid escalating trade tensions between India and the United States over India's oil purchases from Russia. US President Donald Trump recently increased tariffs imposed on Indian goods to 50 per cent, in what is seen as a sign of his frustration over failing to stop the Russia-Ukraine war.

Trump targets India on tariffs, announces reciprocal taxes

In what is expected to upset New Delhi after Prime Minister Narendra Modi's recent successful visit to Washington, US President Donald Trump targeted India and other countries on import duties and announced reciprocal tariffs from April 2.