U.S. imposes 10% tariffs on India and 16 other nations over forced labour concerns
On July 24, 2026, the United States Trade Representative Jamieson Greer announced 10% tariffs on goods imported from India and 16 other countries, citing the use of forced labour in production. The action was taken under Section 301 of the Trade Act of 1974 at President Donald Trump's direction, targeting 60 economies for failing to enforce prohibitions on forced labour-tainted imports. India, previously facing 12.5% tariffs, was included in the 10% bracket alongside Canada, the UK, Bangladesh, and Pakistan. The announcement came a day before the expiration of 10% additional levies on all countries. India had amended its foreign trade policy on June 14 to prohibit forced labour imports after the proposed tariffs were unveiled. India has contested the investigations, arguing the issues should be discussed within the bilateral trade agreement. The U.S. is India's second-largest trade partner, with bilateral goods trade reaching nearly $141 billion in 2025.
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