MEA ‘monitoring developments’ of Russia sanctions bill in U.S. Congress
The Bill passed by the U.S. House of Representatives authorises the U.S. President to impose tariffs of up to 100% on India and other countries for buying oil and gas from Russia
The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) reported on September 17, 2026, that it has taken note of the passage of the Sanctioning Russia and Iran Act in the U.S. Congress and is keeping a close watch on further developments. The bill, which has cleared the U.S. House of Representatives, grants the U.S. President the authority to impose up to 100% tariffs on India and other nations that purchase oil and gas from Russia.
The law will be sent to President Donald Trump for his signature after its passage. If enacted, the bill could result in significant U.S. tariffs on India. The MEA raised the issue with various U.S. interlocutors, emphasizing that the potential implications of the bill extend beyond bilateral relations to the international energy market.
India, with a population of 1.4 billion, is firmly committed to maintaining energy security through diversified sourcing and market dynamics. The Indian government also pledged to take all necessary measures to safeguard its trade and economic interests in response to the bill's implications.
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