
July 30, 2025
Trump Hits India with 25% Tariff
There have been signs of trouble in the U.S.-India talks, according to a Lisa Curtis from the Center for a New American Security, joining Bloomberg TV, including the U.S. wanting more access to India’s agriculture sector. Agriculture is “politically sensitive” for Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and an area where he may not be able to make concessions, Lisa Curtis said.
Watch the full interview on Bloomberg TV.
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