MIAMI, FL – U.S. President Donald Trump on January 28 criticized India, China, and Brazil as “tremendous tariff-makers,” vowing that his administration would not allow these nations to continue imposing high tariffs on American goods. Speaking to House Republicans here, Trump emphasized that the U.S. would prioritize its own interests, asserting that tariffs would be imposed on countries that harm the U.S. economy.
His remarks came shortly after reports that Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi is expected to meet Trump in Washington next month.
Trump acknowledged that these countries were acting in their own best interests but expressed concern over their economic practices. He singled out China, India, and Brazil for creating what he termed “unfair” tariff systems, adding that his administration would take action to protect American industries.
He made clear that foreign companies, including those from India, China, and Brazil, would need to establish production plants in the U.S. to avoid these high tariffs.
The former president also reiterated his stance on tariffs, mentioning potential “100 percent tariffs” on BRICS nations.