{
  "id": 7964431,
  "title": "'Firmly Committed To Energy Security': India Vows To Protect Trade Interests After US House Passes Russia Sanctions Bill",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/17/firmly-committed-to-energy-security-india-vows-to-protect-trade",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-09-17T05:40:21.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Free Press Journal",
    "slug": "free-press-journal",
    "url": "https://www.freepressjournal.in/india/firmly-committed-to-energy-security-india-vows-to-protect-trade-interests-after-us-house-passes-russia-sanctions-bill"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "India issued an official statement on Thursday regarding the US Congress passing the Sanctioning Russia and Iran Act, reaffirming its steadfast dedication to protecting its trade interests. The statement, released by the Ministry of External Affairs, emphasized India's commitment to securing its energy supply for its 1.4 billion citizens while navigating potential secondary tariffs that could affect its exports to the United States.\n\nThe government reiterated that it would maintain its present strategy of sourcing energy from diverse international markets, as discussed at high levels with US officials. Addressing the economic consequences of the legislation, India pledged to employ all necessary measures to shield its commercial industries and trade relations. The ministry also hinted at close cooperation with Indian trade and industry bodies to tackle any challenges arising from these legislative changes.\n\nIndia's significant reliance on Russian crude oil imports during the ongoing Ukraine conflict has put it in a precarious position, as the new US legislation could potentially trigger retaliatory tariffs against Indian goods. While not instituting a new tariff, the measure provides the US with a legal avenue to impose such measures on India if it continues purchasing energy from Russia. The legislation was initially proposed in April 2025 by late Republican Senator Lindsey Graham, who had previously endorsed the bill's advancement after Graham's death in July.",
  "summary": "India on Thursday officially responded to the US Congress passing the Sanctioning Russia and Iran Act, stating that it is closely monitoring developments while remaining firmly committed to safeguarding its economic national interests. The response comes amid rising concerns over potential secondary tariffs that could target Indian exports to the United States. Commitment to energy security In an…",
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}