Trump’s tariff pause surprised many
Markets rallied—but policy unpredictability remains
Base tariffs stay; added duties on India are on hold
China faces harsher terms—raising global tension
Both stocks and bonds had fallen—alarming Wall Street
The pause brought relief, not resolution
Trump sees trade deficits as injustice
Even zero tariffs don’t satisfy Washington
India began bilateral talks early
Lower tariffs help it prepare for wider trade deals
India must deepen global ties
Uncertainty will persist—preparedness is key