US President Donald Trump has said that Washington shares a strong relationship with New Delhi but raised concerns over what he called a “one-sided” trade arrangement.
Speaking on trade barriers, Trump argued that India has long imposed some of the world’s highest tariffs on American goods, while the U.S. offered comparatively easier market access. “For many years, it’s been a one-sided deal. India charges us some of the highest tariffs in the world, and we don’t reciprocate,” he said.
Citing Harley-Davidson as an example, Trump pointed out that the iconic American motorcycle brand faced import duties as high as 200 per cent in India. He added that the company was eventually compelled to establish a plant in India to bypass the steep levies.
Despite the trade frictions, Trump maintained that bilateral ties remain strong. “We get along with India very well,” he said, underscoring the broader diplomatic relationship even amid tariff disagreements.
