World : India To Take 'All Necessary Measures' To Protect Economic Interests After US Passes Russia Sanctions Bill
NEW DELHI, Sept 17 (Bernama-Anadolu) -- India on Thursday said it would take “all necessary measures to protect its trade and economic interests" after the US Congress passed a major Russia sanctions bill, Anadolu Ajansi reported.
The US House of Representatives has approved a bill that would empower President Donald Trump to impose up to 100% tariffs on countries, such as India and China, that continue to purchase Russian oil and gas. Democratic Senator Richard Blumenthal expressed his disapproval by telling reporters, "China and India, you better buy your oil and gas somewhere else."
The Lindsey O. Graham Sanctioning Russia and Iran Act of 2026 passed the House with a vote of 262-159, with 203 Republicans, 58 Democrats, and one Independent supporting it. Seven Republicans and 152 Democrats voted against the legislation. The bill does not impose tariffs on Indian or Chinese goods directly but grants the president the authority to do so under certain conditions.
It aims to increase economic pressure on Russia by targeting its leadership, energy sector, and vessels used to avoid sanctions on Russian oil shipments. India, being the third-largest oil importer, has warned that the new measures could affect its relations with the US. The External Affairs Ministry stated that India would continue to source energy from diverse sellers based on market dynamics and would take necessary measures to protect its trade and economic interests.
Written by urgent.news from The Indian Express's reporting — not their text. Machine-written — may contain errors; check the original before relying on it.
This story
This is one outlet's version. Read the fullest account.
