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US Russia sanctions bill with India tariffs faces three hurdles
Hindustan Times reports that the US Senate has passed a Russia sanctions bill authorising up to 100% tariffs on India, China, and three other countries for buying Russian energy. The bill faces…
The Story in Brief
Hindustan Times reports that the US Senate has passed a Russia sanctions bill authorising up to 100% tariffs on India, China, and three other countries for buying Russian energy. The bill faces three obstacles before reaching President Donald Trump.
The House of Representatives is in recess until August 31, a possible September vote could conflict with a planned Trump-Xi summit, and House Democrats along with at least one senior Republican are working to strip the tariff provisions. The Paul-Wyden amendment to remove the tariff powers failed in the Senate but won 32 votes. For India, the legislation adds a fresh tariff threat as it negotiates an interim trade agreement with Washington.
The Indian Opinion
The US Russia sanctions bill targeting India for energy purchases is a double-edged narrative: it is presented as a serious threat, yet it faces formidable procedural hurdles and bipartisan opposition. Indian readers should not overreact but also not ignore the signal, India's dependence on Russian oil makes it vulnerable to future US pressure. The real test is whether the House can muster enough support to pass the tariff provisions unchanged, or if the White House will delay the vote to avoid upsetting trade talks.
Source: hindustantimes.com
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