Also read | What are Section 122, 301 and 232 tariffs Trump is considering? The report acknowledges that the Trump administration changed that and started using Section 301 as a weapon to impose tariffs as punitive measures. Pursuant to Section 301 proceedings against China in 2017, unilateral tariffs up to 25% were imposed. The pressures of the Section 301 proceedings will, no doubt, play a role in the conclusion of any negotiation. Indian businesses need to actively participate in both Section 301 proceedings and make clear submissions exposing the absurdity of these so-called investigations.

Source: The Hindu March 23, 2026 03:40 UTC