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How will the new US law regarding Russian oil purchases affect India's trade status?

The new US law allows the US to impose tariffs of up to 100 per cent on major buyers of Russian oil. The Lindsey O. Graham Sanctioning Russia and Iran Act of 2026 has been signed into law by President Donald Trump. This bill grants the US administration the power to impose tariffs of up to 100 per cent on countries that continue to buy Russian oil and gas. Since India is one of the top two buyers of Russian oil, the new law could expose Indian exports to these higher duties when entering the US market. The government of India stated it would study the emerging details of these potential tariffs before discussing the matter further.

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  • The Lindsey O. Graham Sanctioning Russia and Iran Act of 2026 was signed into law by President Donald Trump.prokerala.com
  • The new law allows the US administration to impose tariffs of up to 100 per cent on countries buying Russian oil and gas.prokerala.com
  • India is among the top two buyers of Russian oil.prokerala.com
  • The law includes exceptions for countries importing less than 15 per cent of their natural gas from Russia.prokerala.com

Why it matters

For India, the potential imposition of up to 100 per cent tariffs on exports to the US represents a significant economic risk. As a major buyer of Russian oil, India's continued purchases place it directly in the crosshairs of the new US trade legislation. The government of India has stated it will study the emerging details of these potential duties before discussing the matter further.

This situation adds to the complexities of the ongoing bilateral trade negotiations between India and the US. While talks are continuing in good faith, the potential for unilateral trade barriers based on energy purchases adds a layer of uncertainty to the future of the US-India trade relationship. The outcome of the upcoming G20 Trade Ministerial in Milwaukee remains crucial for India to discuss these issues with the US Trade Representative.

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  • What specific thresholds or conditions will trigger the application of the maximum tariffs?
  • How will the ongoing bilateral trade negotiations address the potential impacts of the new US law?

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The US administration issues further guidance on the application of the tariffs.The potential for tariffs will become clearer, allowing India to prepare a more informed response.
India successfully negotiates a bilateral trade agreement with the US.The existing trade talks could mitigate the risks posed by the new US law.

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