India has now responded to the United States threat of imposing tariffs of up to 100 per cent on countries buying Russian oil and gas. They stated that they will take necessary steps to safeguard its trade and economic interests.
India Responds to US Russia Sanctions Bill
India reacted to the passage of the Sanctioning Russia and Iran Act of 2026 by the US Congress which allows for the imposition of tariffs of up to 100 per cent on goods from countries continuing to make purchases of Russian crude oil or natural gas.
India Says Energy Security Is Priority
The Ministry of External Affairs said they are closely watching further developments. They also reiterated that they remain committed to ensuring energy security for their 1.4 billion people.
India stated that it will continue to obtain energy from different markets according to the evolving world situation. The government also talked to the US about the possible effect of the law.
What does the 100% tariff threat mean?
The law does not automatically impose a 100 per cent tariff on Indian goods. The actual percentage of the tariff that would be imposed on Indian items, the goods on which it could be imposed and the timetable for its implementation will be determined by further action by the US administration.
India has stated that it will work with trade and business associations to address any impact on the country’s economic and trade interests.
