US proposes action against India, 59 others over forced labour import curbs
The United States has proposed trade action against India and 59 other economies for failing to enforce prohibitions on imports made with forced labor. The USTR's findings indicate that these practices create an unfair competitive environment for American workers. The proposed measures include additional tariffs on products from these economies, with public comments invited before a final decision is made.
- ▪The USTR has identified 60 economies, including India, that have not effectively enforced bans on forced labor imports.
- ▪Proposed tariffs include a 10% duty for economies that have committed to prohibitions and a 12.5% duty for others.
- ▪The investigations were initiated on March 12, and the USTR received extensive public input before reaching its conclusions.
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US proposes action against India, 59 others over forced labour import curbsIndia is among 54 economies that, according to the USTR, have failed to impose and effectively enforce a prohibition on imports made with forced labour.Updated on: Jun 03, 2026 9:00 AM ISTBy HT News DeskShare viaCopy link The United States Trade Representative (USTR) has proposed trade action against 60 economies, including India, after determining that they have failed to impose and effectively enforce prohibitions on the import of goods produced with forced labour.India is among 54 economies that, according to the USTR, have failed to impose and effectively enforce a prohibition on imports made with forced labour.
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