Relief for India as Trump softens stance on 10% Brics tariffs: Report
Trump's announcement, made on Truth Social late on Sunday, came as India, Indonesia and other countries within the Brics group were negotiating last-minute trade deals with the US government ahead of a July 9 deadline when tariff rates were due to go up.- EndsTune InTrending Reel
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