Overview

• The US government under President Trump imposed a 50% tariff on Indian exports earlier this month, prompting New Delhi to call the move unjust, unfair and irrational.
• On August 7, BSP chief Mayawati delivered her strongest critique to date, condemning the duties as a treacherous measure from a “so-called friendly” nation.
• She drew parallels with earlier US tariffs on fellow BRICS member Brazil, warning that steep duties threaten India’s economic interests.
• Mayawati urged all political parties to set aside partisan clashes and collaborate under a long-term national strategy to protect exporters.
• She called for an immediate, detailed debate in the ongoing Parliament session to formulate a cohesive response to the trade challenge.