Trade tensions rise: US protests India’s 150% duty on American liquor

A White House representative showcased a presentation chart which depicted Indian, Canadian and Japanese tariffs by using colored circles on the Indian flag.For a second time the United States raised concerns about the Indian government's application of tariffs particularly focusing on high taxes for American alcohol and agricultural items.

White House press secretary

When asked about Canada during a Tuesday press briefing White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt mentioned Indian high tariffs.The United States has been a victim of Canadian economic exploitation during decades. The extreme rates of Canadian tariffs which Canadians place on American working people and U.S. workers deserve scrutiny. The available chart reveals Canadian tariff rates as well as those of every country for reference. The import rates of American butter and cheese to Canada remain at 300% according to her data.

Business activities and worker standards in America

Through their tariff policies India restricts American alcohol products by a 150% limit. High import taxes stop the entry of Kentucky bourbon into India even though you think the market situation would benefit both businesses. American farmers would not support the very high import barriers imposed by India regarding foreign products. Leavitt reveals to the publication how Japan levies rice import rates at 700% through his interview. During his presentation Leavitt showed a chart depicting the customs duties levied by India and Canada as well as Japan. Both circles in the chart displayed the tri-colour colors to represent the Indian tariff system. The current U.S. president Donald Trump stands by the principle of reciprocity so it is past time for America to have president defending American business interests and worker welfare while seeking equal trade practices which Canada does not uphold sufficiently according to Trump.

US President Donald Trump's statements about Indian tariff reductions

Throughout recent days President Trump has been strongly criticizing the elevated import fees India applies. The president stated on Friday that India made an agreement to lower its trade barriers while again emphasizing that India levies heavy import tariffs to the U.S. The negotiations between India and the United States continue according to Sunil Barthwal who serves as the Commerce secretary while the two countries remain without a trade tariffs agreement to date. Sunil Barthwal presented information to the Parliamentary Committee on external affairs regarding US President Donald Trump's statements about Indian tariff reductions "way down".