India is pushing for protection against potential US tariffs under Section 301, aiming to ensure that future trade actions do not erode concessions in the upcoming agreement.
Section 301 gives US authority to investigate foreign trade practices and impose retaliatory measures
Jun 02, 2026
04:35 pm
What's the storyAs the US and India inch closer to a trade deal, New Delhi has sought protection from possible tariffs under Section 301 of the US Trade Act.
The move comes after Washington's shift toward alternative trade enforcement mechanisms following the US Supreme Court's decision to strike down President Donald Trump's reciprocal tariffs.
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