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The Trump administration on Tuesday proposed imposing additional duties of 10% or 12.5% on imports from 60 countries, including India, for failing to impose and effectively enforce a prohibition on the importation of goods produced with forced labor. Following... The Trump administration on Tuesday proposed imposing additional duties of 10% or 12.5% on imports from 60 countries, including India, for failing to “impose and effectively enforce a prohibition on the importation of goods produced with forced labor.” Following an investigation, the United States Trade Representative said that the non-compliance is “unreasonable” and is actionable under Section 301(b) of the Trade Act, which allows the imposition of tariffs or trade restrictions. After the US Supreme Court struck down President Donald Trump’s global tariffs under International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA) in February, his administration said it would pursue alternative legal routes to impose tariffs. Section 301 allows the USTR to investigate and take action against unfair trade practices. The agency must complete an investigation within 12 months. The Express Global Desk at indianexpress.com which delivers authoritative, verified, and context-driven coverage of key international developments shaping global politics, policy, and migration trends. The desk focuses on stories with direct relevance for Indian and global audiences, combining breaking news with in-depth explainers and analysis. A major focus area of the desk is US immigration and visa policy, including developments related to student visas, work permits, permanent residency pathways, executive actions, and court rulings. The Global Desk also closely tracks Canada’s immigration, visa, and study policies, covering changes to study permits, post-study work options, permanent residence programmes, and regulatory updates affecting migrants and international students. All reporting from the Global Desk adheres to The Indian Express’ editorial standards, relying on official data, government notifications, court documents, and on-record sources. The desk prioritises clarity, accuracy, and accountability, ensuring readers can navigate complex global systems with confidence. Core Team The Express Global Desk is led by a team of experienced journalists and editors with deep expertise in international affairs and migration policy: Aniruddha Dhar – Senior Assistant Editor with extensive experience in global affairs, international politics, and editorial leadership. Nischai Vats – Deputy Copy Editor specialising in US politics, US visa and immigration policy, and policy-driven international coverage. Mashkoora Khan – Sub-editor focusing on global developments, with a strong emphasis on Canada visa, immigration, and study-related policy coverage. ... Read More Stay updated with the latest - Click here to follow us on Instagram The Trump administration on Tuesday proposed imposing additional duties of 10% or 12.5% on imports from 60 countries, including India, for failing to impose and effectively...