President Donald Trump said on Monday that the United States has taken in, and will soon receive, more than 600 billion dollars through tariffs imposed on countries around the world. He claimed the policy
has made America financially stronger and improved national security.
US economy
In a post on his Truth Social platform, Trump said the country is now “far stronger” both financially and from a national security point of view because of tariffs. He also argued that the United States is more respected globally due to these trade measures.
Trump accused the American media of refusing to highlight the tariff gains. He said this was because, in his words, they “hate and disrespect” the country and want to influence an upcoming Supreme Court decision related to tariffs, which he described as one of the most important ever.
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Tariffs as a geopolitics tool
Soon after returning to power in January 2025, Trump and his team began using tariffs as a key tool of national security and foreign policy. His administration imposed high tariffs on imports from several countries, calling them necessary to protect American interests.
As part of this approach, the US imposed a 50 per cent tariff on imports from India. Trump has repeatedly defended such measures, saying they protect domestic industries and strengthen the country’s position.
Impact on India
This comes as India has yet to finalise a trade deal with the US.
According to a report cited by the South China Morning Post, India is now moving to diversify its exports away from the United States. This effort is expected to increase as uncertainty over US tariffs continues.
The report noted that since the US imposed the 50 per cent tariffs last year, India has taken a firm stand against the levies, while still keeping the option of talks open. The US remains India’s largest export market, accounting for about 18 per cent of its goods exports.
