India Denies Any Commitment on Tariff Cuts After Trump’s Claim

New Delhi, March 11, 2025 – India has dismissed claims made by former U.S. President Donald Trump regarding a possible tariff reduction deal. The clarification comes after Trump suggested that India had agreed to lower tariffs if he were re-elected.

Responding to these remarks, official sources in the Indian government stated that no such commitment had been made. “There have been no discussions or agreements on tariff reductions with any foreign leader,” a senior official said.

Trump, during a recent campaign speech, claimed that India had assured him of lower tariffs on American goods if he won the upcoming U.S. presidential elections. However, New Delhi has firmly denied any such understanding, emphasizing that trade policies are based on mutual negotiations and national interests.

This clarification underscores India's independent trade approach, indicating that any tariff-related decisions would be made through formal channels rather than campaign statements.