India seeks clarification on Trump threat to impose tariffs on Iran trade partners
India is seeking more details from the United States regarding a proposed 25 percent tariff on countries trading with Iran. Trade remains primarily humanitarian.
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India's trade secretary announced on Thursday, January 15, 2026, that New Delhi is awaiting formal clarification from the US 
USfollowing a threat to impose significant new trade barriers. On Monday, January 13, 2026, President Donald Trump donald trumpstated his intention to levy 25% tariffs on any country conducting business with Iran 
IR. The announcement has prompted immediate concern regarding the future of bilateral commerce and the stability of global trade networks.
USfollowing a threat to impose significant new trade barriers. On Monday, January 13, 2026, President Donald Trump donald trumpstated his intention to levy 25% tariffs on any country conducting business with Iran IR. The announcement has prompted immediate concern regarding the future of bilateral commerce and the stability of global trade networks.
