India, others look to lower trade barriers to avoid Trump reciprocal tariffs

India, others look to lower trade barriers to avoid Trump reciprocal tariffs India, others look to lower trade barriers to avoid Trump reciprocal tariffs

WASHINGTON — With U.S. President Donald Trump set to announce reciprocal tariffs this coming Wednesday, India and the European Union are considering steps to lower trade barriers. But such moves are not guaranteed to lead to relief.

The reciprocal tariffs are designed to increase American tariffs to the same levels as those of trading partners. In addition to the target countries’ tariffs, the Trump administration is expected to consider nontariff barriers, tax rates and other policies when determining reciprocal tariff rates.