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US Criticizes India After It Is Listed Among 40 Nations Helping China Evade Tariffs
✍️ The Indian Express
🗓 14 Aug 2026, 03:38 PM
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The United States has criticized India after it was identified among 40 countries that facilitate China in evading tariffs, according to a report by The Indian Express.
The United States has publicly criticized India after a recent report identified it as one of 40 nations that help China evade tariff measures. The Indian Express article cites unnamed sources that point to complex supply‑chain arrangements used by Chinese firms to sidestep U.S. trade restrictions.
India, a key partner in the Indo‑Pacific region, has not yet issued a formal response to the allegations. The report does not detail the specific mechanisms through which India is alleged to assist China, but it highlights concerns over the integrity of global trade practices.
The U.S. has long expressed unease about China’s trade tactics, especially in light of recent tariff disputes involving the United States, the European Union and other major economies. By naming India among the 40 countries, the report underscores the interconnectedness of global supply chains and the challenges of enforcing tariff compliance.
While the Indian government has not commented, analysts suggest that the incident could prompt a review of India’s trade policies and its engagement with Chinese manufacturers. The situation remains under close observation by both sides as they navigate the complexities of international trade law.
India, a key partner in the Indo‑Pacific region, has not yet issued a formal response to the allegations. The report does not detail the specific mechanisms through which India is alleged to assist China, but it highlights concerns over the integrity of global trade practices.
The U.S. has long expressed unease about China’s trade tactics, especially in light of recent tariff disputes involving the United States, the European Union and other major economies. By naming India among the 40 countries, the report underscores the interconnectedness of global supply chains and the challenges of enforcing tariff compliance.
While the Indian government has not commented, analysts suggest that the incident could prompt a review of India’s trade policies and its engagement with Chinese manufacturers. The situation remains under close observation by both sides as they navigate the complexities of international trade law.