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Target: President of the United States, US Trade Representative, US Treasury Secretary
Goal: Urge the US government to reverse harmful tariffs on Indian goods and respect India's commitment to the well-being of its farmers and rural communities.
The abrupt cancellation of US-India trade negotiations and the imposition of up to 50% tariffs on Indian products represent an attack on the economic security of Indian farmers and rural workers. These actions, justified by geopolitical maneuvering, punish ordinary people and undermine food sovereignty.
Prime Minister Modi has rightly affirmed that India will not compromise on the well-being of its agricultural communities. The US must respect India’s right to protect its farmers, fisherfolk, and cattle keepers from unfair trade practices and external economic pressure.
We call on the US government to immediately reverse these harmful tariffs, cease using trade as a tool of coercion, and engage in fair, transparent negotiations that prioritize people over profits.