Tariffs, Tensions, and Turning Points: Trump’s Strategic Shift on India

Trump’s second term marks a sharp shift in U.S.-India ties, with tariffs and renewed Pakistan outreach reshaping the South Asia strategy.
Trump Warns China ‘Not Getting Off The Hook’ on US Electronics Tariffs
![Trump says no one is exempt from tariffs as US-China trade tensions grow despite temporary tech product exemptions. [Image via AP]](https://southasiatimes.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/AP25103054815403-1744595386-e1744608949340.webp)
Trump says no one is exempt from tariffs as US-China trade tensions grow despite temporary tech product exemptions.
China Hits Back at US with 84% Tariff Hike and New Countermeasures
![China hits back at US tariff hikes with 84% tariffs, export bans, and WTO complaint, vowing to defend trade interests. [Image via Xinhua]](https://southasiatimes.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/67f73253a3104d9fd15591f2-1024x707.webp)
China hits back at US tariff hikes with 84% tariffs, export bans, and WTO complaint, vowing to defend trade interests.
Oil Prices Plunge Nearly 4% as U.S. Imposes 104% Tariffs on China
![Oil prices hit lows not seen since 2021 amid U.S.-China tariff war and rising supply, sparking global demand concerns. [Image via Reuters/File]](https://southasiatimes.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/IIKDKDBR4JIZHA2HPEB2XXDM2I.webp)
Oil prices hit lows not seen since 2021 amid U.S.-China tariff war and rising supply, sparking global demand concerns.
China Warns of Firm Retaliation Against US Over Tariff Disputes
![China vows firm tariff countermeasures against US, defending free trade and urging equal-footing dialogue to resolve tensions. [Image via Xinhua]](https://southasiatimes.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/67f5af75a3104d9fd15572e1-1024x707.webp)
China vows firm tariff countermeasures against US, defending free trade and urging equal-footing dialogue to resolve tensions.
Trump Threatens China with 50% Tariffs if Beijing Doesn’t Drop Levies
![Trump threatens China with a 50% tariff if it doesn’t withdraw its counter-tariff, escalating global trade tensions. [Image via Politico]](https://southasiatimes.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/download-8-1024x653.webp)
Trump threatens China with a 50% tariff if it doesn’t withdraw its counter-tariff, escalating global trade tensions.
Hong Kong’s Stock Market Faces Steepest Fall Since 1997 Crisis Over Tariff Fears, Drops 13%
![Hong Kong's stock market suffers its steepest drop in nearly 30 years amid panic selling triggered by Trump’s tariff announcements. [Image via AFP]](https://southasiatimes.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/AFP__20250407__39CF8AF__v1__HighRes__HongKongChinaStocksMarketsOpen-1744008250.webp)
Hong Kong’s stock market suffers its steepest drop in nearly 30 years amid panic selling triggered by Trump’s tariff announcements.
USTR Flags Digital Trade, Tariff Concerns in Bangladesh
![USTR 2025 report flags high tariffs, corruption, and digital restrictions as major challenges for US businesses in Bangladesh. [Image via The Daily Star]](https://southasiatimes.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/ustr.webp)
USTR 2025 report flags high tariffs, corruption, and digital restrictions as major challenges for US businesses in Bangladesh.
Sri Lanka Turns to India as U.S. Tariffs Shake Trade Stability
![Sri Lanka and India enhance ties amid U.S. tariffs, focusing on defense, economy, and development projects during Modi's visit. [Image via Daily Mirror]](https://southasiatimes.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/image_dd9ce502de.webp)
Sri Lanka and India enhance ties amid U.S. tariffs, focusing on defense, economy, and development projects during Modi’s visit.
Over 1,200 Rallies Held Across U.S. to Oppose Trump’s Policies
![Thousands protest across the U.S. against Trump’s policies, including tariffs, job cuts, and government overhaul efforts. [Image via Reuters]](https://southasiatimes.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/AA1CoEWQ.webp)
Thousands protest across the U.S. against Trump’s policies, including tariffs, job cuts, and government overhaul efforts.