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Trump lifts sanctions on Russia bill that authorized 100% tariff on India
✍️ The Indian Express
🗓 18 Oct 2026, 07:01 AM
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Former US President Donald Trump announced the removal of sanctions linked to a Russia-related bill that had empowered a 100% tariff on Indian goods.
Washington – Donald Trump, the former president of the United States, said he has lifted sanctions that were attached to a legislative measure concerning Russia. The bill in question had granted authorities the power to impose a full, 100% tariff on imports from India, a step that could have severely disrupted bilateral trade.
By removing the sanctions, Trump signaled a shift in the punitive stance that had been associated with the Russia bill. Analysts note that the decision may ease immediate trade tensions, although the broader impact on India‑US economic ties remains to be seen.
The announcement was made without further details on the timing or the mechanisms for implementing the tariff relief, and officials in both countries are expected to monitor any subsequent policy adjustments.
By removing the sanctions, Trump signaled a shift in the punitive stance that had been associated with the Russia bill. Analysts note that the decision may ease immediate trade tensions, although the broader impact on India‑US economic ties remains to be seen.
The announcement was made without further details on the timing or the mechanisms for implementing the tariff relief, and officials in both countries are expected to monitor any subsequent policy adjustments.