US President Donald Trump has criticized India for its high tariffs on US goods, referring to India as a “very high tariff nation.” Speaking at the Oval Office, Trump reiterated that reciprocal tariffs on countries imposing duties on US products will begin on April 2. His statements follow previous comments regarding tariff imbalances between the US and countries like India and China.

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• Trump called India a “very high tariff nation” and criticized its tariff policies.
• He stated that reciprocal tariffs would be implemented starting April 2.
• Trump previously referred to India as a “tariff king” due to high auto tariffs.
• He claimed India charges over 100% in auto tariffs on US goods.
• Trump highlighted China’s tariffs as being double those of the US.
• The President emphasized that the tariffs are currently “temporary and small.”
• He also mentioned Canada as a “high tariff nation,” criticizing its tariffs on milk and lumber.
• Trump justified reciprocal tariffs, stating the US has been “ripped off” by other nations.
• He expressed anticipation for April 2, calling it “something very big.”
• In his meeting with PM Modi, Trump stated the US-India trade deficit was nearly $100 billion.