India news: New Delhi vows to ensure 'energy security' amid Trump's 100% tariffs threat
India defended its right to buy oil from diverse sources after the US passed a new sanctions bill. Meanwhile, the Foreign Ministry has denied claims that leaders fell ill after the BRICS summit. Follow for the latest.
India has reaffirmed its commitment to securing energy supplies for its 1.4 billion people, vowing to continue sourcing oil from a diverse range of suppliers amidst a US threat of 100% tariffs on countries purchasing Russian oil and gas. The US House of Representatives recently passed a bill authorizing such tariffs on nations like India, which now awaits President Donald Trump's signature.
India's Ministry of External Affairs emphasized in a statement that it remains dedicated to ensuring energy security through diversified sourcing and market dynamics, while also expressing its determination to address the legislation's implications for trade and economic interests.
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