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Why Russia, Canada, and Other Countries Were Left Out of Trump’s Tariff List
03 Apr

Why Russia, Canada, and Other Countries Were Left Out of Trump’s Tariff List

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsBusiness, ,
New Delhi (National Times): Former U.S. President Donald Trump recently unveiled a new wave of tariffs, targeting countries with rates as high as 50%. However, some nations—including Russia, Canada, Mexico, North Korea, and Cuba—were notably absent from the list, sparking discussions about why they were spared. Exemptions for Canada and Mexico While Canada and Mexico were not included in Trump’s April 2 tariff announcement, this doesn’t mean they’ve escaped trade restrictions altogether. The U.S. had already imposed a 25% tariff on imports from both countries earlier this year, while Canadian energy and potash were subject to a lower 10% rate.…
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India Responds to Trump’s Tariff Decision, Calls It a ‘Mixed Bag’ Not a Setback
03 Apr

India Responds to Trump’s Tariff Decision, Calls It a ‘Mixed Bag’ Not a Setback

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsBusiness
New Delhi (National Times): In response to former U.S. President Donald Trump’s recent announcement of a 26% retaliatory tariff on Indian exports, a senior official from India's Commerce Ministry has stated that the move is a "mixed bag" rather than a major setback. India Evaluating the Impact Speaking anonymously to news agency PTI, the official explained that the new tariff structure consists of a universal 10% duty on all U.S. imports from April 5, with an additional 16% charge applying from April 10. Despite concerns over trade relations, the official assured that India is closely analyzing the potential effects on…
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Donald Trump Praises PM Modi but Criticizes India’s Trade Policies While Announcing New Tariffs
03 Apr

Donald Trump Praises PM Modi but Criticizes India’s Trade Policies While Announcing New Tariffs

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsBusiness,
Washington, D.C. (Rajiv Sharma): Former U.S. President Donald Trump recently announced a fresh set of tariffs on India, stating that the U.S. would impose "discounted reciprocal tariffs" of 26% on Indian imports. While making the announcement, he referred to Prime Minister Narendra Modi as a "great friend" but criticized India’s high tariff rates on American goods. Trump Calls for Fair Trade Practices During his speech, Trump pointed out what he sees as imbalances in trade relations between the two countries. Holding up a chart listing various countries' tariffs, he remarked: "India is very tough when it comes to trade. The…
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Danielle Smith’s Soft Approach to Trump Sparks Controversy in Canada
30 Mar

Danielle Smith’s Soft Approach to Trump Sparks Controversy in Canada

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsCanada, , ,
National Times Bureau, March 30, 2025 – Alberta Premier Danielle Smith is willing to step into the "lion's den" to persuade American officials against imposing Canadian tariffs, taking an unorthodox approach by courting former U.S. President Donald Trump and engaging with right-wing media.While many Canadian leaders, including Prime Minister Mark Carney and Ontario Premier Doug Ford, have taken a hard stance against Trump, Smith has chosen a more diplomatic route. However, her strategy has drawn criticism not only from political opponents but also from allies in Alberta and across the country.Her approach has put federal Conservative leader Pierre Poilievre in…
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Poilievre Claims Trump Prefers Liberal Victory in Canada’s Election
29 Mar

Poilievre Claims Trump Prefers Liberal Victory in Canada’s Election

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsCanada, , ,
Ottawa, March 29, 2025: Conservative leader Pierre Poilievre has accused former U.S. President Donald Trump of favoring a Liberal victory in Canada’s upcoming election. Poilievre suggested that Trump sees a government led by Liberal leader Mark Carney as more vulnerable to U.S. pressure.According to Poilievre, Trump’s history of trade disputes with Canada and his aggressive stance on economic policies indicate a preference for a weaker Canadian administration. He argued that Liberal policies, particularly in the energy sector, have diminished Canada’s global standing, aligning with Trump’s interests.In response, Carney dismissed Poilievre’s remarks, emphasizing Canada’s sovereignty and commitment to strong U.S. relations.…
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Canada’s PM Mark Carney Declares ‘Old Ties with US Are Over’ Amid Trade War with Trump
28 Mar

Canada’s PM Mark Carney Declares ‘Old Ties with US Are Over’ Amid Trade War with Trump

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsCanada, , ,
Ottawa, March 28, 2025: Canada’s newly elected Prime Minister, Mark Carney, has declared that the era of close economic and military cooperation with the United States is “over,” signaling a dramatic shift in Canada-US relations amid an escalating trade war."The old relationship we had with the United States, based on deepening integration of our economies and tight security and military cooperation, is over," Carney said following an emergency meeting with his cabinet on Canada-US relations. "What exactly the United States does next is unclear. But what is clear is that we as Canadians have agency, we have power. We are…
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PM Modi Joins Truth Social, Thanks Trump for Sharing Podcast Link
18 Mar

PM Modi Joins Truth Social, Thanks Trump for Sharing Podcast Link

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsIndia, ,
New Delhi, Match 18, 2025 - Prime Minister Narendra Modi joined Truth Social, the social media platform popular with US President Donald Trump, marking another sign of their growing rapport. Trump shared Modi’s recent podcast with Lex Fridman on Truth Social, prompting Modi to create an account.Modi announced his arrival with a post saying he was "delighted to be on Truth Social" and looked forward to meaningful conversations. In another post, he thanked Trump for promoting his podcast, where Modi discussed his life, India’s global outlook, and other key issues.Earlier in the day, Modi and New Zealand Prime Minister Christopher…
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Trump Shares Modi’s Podcast Praising Him, India-US Ties
17 Mar

Trump Shares Modi’s Podcast Praising Him, India-US Ties

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsWorld News, , ,
New Delhi, March 17, 2025 – Amid tense trade negotiations between India and the US, President Donald Trump shared Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s recent podcast with Lex Fridman on his Truth Social handle. In the podcast, Modi praised Trump for his courage and patriotism, highlighting the "nation first" policies of both leaders as a foundation for strong India-US ties.Modi called Trump a "great leader" and recalled how Trump described him as a tough negotiator. He said that as India’s leader, he would always put national interests first, adding that world leaders were aware of this stance. Modi pointed to the…
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Putin Thanks Trump, Modi for Efforts to End Ukraine Conflict; Backs Ceasefire with Conditions
14 Mar

Putin Thanks Trump, Modi for Efforts to End Ukraine Conflict; Backs Ceasefire with Conditions

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsIndia, World News, , ,
Moscow, March 14, 2025 – Russian President Vladimir Putin has thanked global leaders, including US President Donald Trump and Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi, for their efforts to end the Ukraine conflict. Putin made the remarks on Thursday while confirming Russia’s willingness to discuss a ceasefire, but with certain conditions."We agree with the proposals to stop hostilities," Putin said. "But our position is that this ceasefire should lead to long-term peace and eliminate the initial causes of this crisis."Putin acknowledged the diplomatic efforts by leaders of China, Brazil, and South Africa, calling their involvement a "noble mission" to stop hostilities…
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<br>Jagmeet Singh Slams Trump’s Trade War, Urges Canadians to Boycott American Goods
07 Mar


Jagmeet Singh Slams Trump’s Trade War, Urges Canadians to Boycott American Goods

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsCanada, , , , ,
Ottawa, Canada, March 7, 2025: Canadian politician Jagmeet Singh has taken a strong stance against the former U.S. President Donald Trump’s trade policies, calling them both “illegal” and “stupid.” In a post on X (formerly Twitter), Singh accused Trump of launching an unfair trade war that would ultimately harm Americans themselves. https://twitter.com/theJagmeetSingh/status/1897787182812692575 “Canada never wanted this fight,” he wrote, emphasizing that his country stands united in defending its economic interests. He also urged Canadians to fight back by supporting local products and avoiding American goods. “Sign the pledge: Buy Canadian. Boycott American,” he declared.Singh’s remarks come amid rising tensions between…
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