According to reports, Donald Trump dismissed tariff data presented during discussions on India-US trade, reportedly telling Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick that officials were "giving me bullshit numbers." The remarks highlight Trump's long-standing criticism of India's tariff structure and his belief that American businesses face unfair barriers in the Indian market.
The revelation comes amid ongoing friction over a potential India-US trade agreement. Lutnick has previously suggested that negotiations stalled due to communication issues between leaders, a claim that India publicly rejected. Indian officials maintain that trade talks remain focused on resolving policy differences rather than personal diplomacy.
Trade discussions between the two countries have faced challenges over tariffs, agriculture access, energy purchases, and broader geopolitical concerns. The latest disclosure underscores the complex and sometimes contentious nature of economic negotiations between the world's largest and fifth-largest economies.
