{"id":560,"date":"2025-04-05T15:36:55","date_gmt":"2025-04-05T10:06:55","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/mediumturquoise-hedgehog-745891.hostingersite.com\/blogs\/?p=560"},"modified":"2026-03-12T10:12:57","modified_gmt":"2026-03-12T04:42:57","slug":"trade-challenges-2025-indias-steel-industry-faces-u-s-export-barriers","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.entrepreneurindia.co\/blogs\/trade-challenges-2025-indias-steel-industry-faces-u-s-export-barriers\/","title":{"rendered":"Trade Challenges 2025: India\u2019s Steel Industry Faces U.S. Export Barriers"},"content":{"rendered":"\r\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1723\" height=\"866\" class=\"wp-image-561\" src=\"https:\/\/mediumturquoise-hedgehog-745891.hostingersite.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/India-steel-export.jpg\" alt=\"\" \/><\/figure>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">&nbsp;<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">President Donald Trump&#8217;s administration has made a major trade challenge for 2025 by announcing a stricter trade policy under Section 232 tariffs that will take effect on March 12, 2025, and will directly affect India&#8217;s exports of steel and aluminum. All prior exclusions have been lifted, and these tariffs, which have been a cause for concern since 2018, have now been increased and extended.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">According to EEPC India\u2019s March 2025 report, the 25% flat tariff on steel and a new 25% tariff on aluminum imports, replacing the earlier 10%, mark a protectionist turn with far-reaching consequences.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Full report source: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.eepcindia.org\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">https:\/\/www.eepcindia.org<\/a><\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_82_2 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-custom ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" 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0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.entrepreneurindia.co\/blogs\/trade-challenges-2025-indias-steel-industry-faces-u-s-export-barriers\/#Indias_Shrinking_Steel_Share_in_US_Market\" >India\u2019s Shrinking Steel Share in U.S. Market<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.entrepreneurindia.co\/blogs\/trade-challenges-2025-indias-steel-industry-faces-u-s-export-barriers\/#Categories_Most_Affected_by_US_Tariffs\" >Categories Most Affected by U.S. Tariffs<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.entrepreneurindia.co\/blogs\/trade-challenges-2025-indias-steel-industry-faces-u-s-export-barriers\/#Key_Product_Categories_Hit\" >Key Product Categories Hit<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.entrepreneurindia.co\/blogs\/trade-challenges-2025-indias-steel-industry-faces-u-s-export-barriers\/#_Steel_Exports_Performance_India_vs_USA_2019%E2%80%932023\" >\u00a0Steel Exports Performance: India vs USA (2019\u20132023)<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.entrepreneurindia.co\/blogs\/trade-challenges-2025-indias-steel-industry-faces-u-s-export-barriers\/#Aluminium_Exports\" >Aluminium Exports\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.entrepreneurindia.co\/blogs\/trade-challenges-2025-indias-steel-industry-faces-u-s-export-barriers\/#USAs_Demand_vs_Indias_Supply_5-year_Avg\" >USA&#8217;s Demand vs. India\u2019s Supply (5-year Avg)<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.entrepreneurindia.co\/blogs\/trade-challenges-2025-indias-steel-industry-faces-u-s-export-barriers\/#_Why_Is_the_US_Imposing_These_Tariffs\" >\u00a0Why Is the U.S. Imposing These Tariffs?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.entrepreneurindia.co\/blogs\/trade-challenges-2025-indias-steel-industry-faces-u-s-export-barriers\/#_What_Lies_Ahead_for_Indian_Exporters\" >\u00a0What Lies Ahead for Indian Exporters?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/www.entrepreneurindia.co\/blogs\/trade-challenges-2025-indias-steel-industry-faces-u-s-export-barriers\/#_Government_Strategy\" >\u00a0Government Strategy<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/www.entrepreneurindia.co\/blogs\/trade-challenges-2025-indias-steel-industry-faces-u-s-export-barriers\/#Industrial_Recommendations\" >Industrial Recommendations<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/www.entrepreneurindia.co\/blogs\/trade-challenges-2025-indias-steel-industry-faces-u-s-export-barriers\/#_The_Bigger_Picture_Trade_Strategy_and_Policy_Reform\" >\u00a0The Bigger Picture: Trade Strategy and Policy Reform<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/www.entrepreneurindia.co\/blogs\/trade-challenges-2025-indias-steel-industry-faces-u-s-export-barriers\/#_How_NPCS_Helps_Entrepreneurs_Thrive_in_Uncertain_Times\" >\u00a0How NPCS Helps Entrepreneurs Thrive in Uncertain Times<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/www.entrepreneurindia.co\/blogs\/trade-challenges-2025-indias-steel-industry-faces-u-s-export-barriers\/#_Using_Strategy_to_Gain_Strength_in_Difficult_Times\" >\u00a0Using Strategy to Gain Strength in Difficult Times<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Indias_Shrinking_Steel_Share_in_US_Market\"><\/span><strong>India\u2019s Shrinking Steel Share in U.S. Market<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Despite consistent growth until 2022, India\u2019s share of the U.S. steel import market fell from 4.4% in 2022 to 3.9% in 2023. Below is a data-driven snapshot:<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>\u00a0USA\u2019s Steel Imports (Top Countries, 2023)<\/strong><\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\">\r\n<table class=\"has-fixed-layout\">\r\n<tbody>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td><strong>Country<\/strong><\/td>\r\n<td><strong>Share of U.S. Steel Imports (%)<\/strong><\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td>Canada<\/td>\r\n<td>16.6%<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td>China<\/td>\r\n<td>14.3%<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td>Mexico<\/td>\r\n<td>13.4%<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td><strong>India<\/strong><\/td>\r\n<td><strong>3.9%<\/strong><\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<\/tbody>\r\n<\/table>\r\n<\/figure>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Categories_Most_Affected_by_US_Tariffs\"><\/span><strong>Categories Most Affected by U.S. Tariffs<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The trade challenges and tariffs now cover a broader range of products under Chapters 72 and 73 of the U.S. import code. Here is a breakdown of the affected categories:<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Key_Product_Categories_Hit\"><\/span><strong>Key Product Categories Hit<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\">\r\n<table class=\"has-fixed-layout\">\r\n<tbody>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td><strong>Product Category<\/strong><\/td>\r\n<td><strong>Tariff Rate<\/strong><\/td>\r\n<td><strong>India&#8217;s Share (%)<\/strong><\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td>Fabricated Steel Structures<\/td>\r\n<td>25%<\/td>\r\n<td>5.3%<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td>Steel Pipes, Tubes, &amp; Fittings<\/td>\r\n<td>25%<\/td>\r\n<td>12.3%<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td>Bright Bars &amp; Misc. Products<\/td>\r\n<td>25%<\/td>\r\n<td>4.0%<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td>Fasteners, Hinges, Door Fittings<\/td>\r\n<td>25%<\/td>\r\n<td>2.6%<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<\/tbody>\r\n<\/table>\r\n<\/figure>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">These categories previously enjoyed a competitive advantage due to product-specific exclusions or quota arrangements that have now been <strong>revoked<\/strong>.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"_Steel_Exports_Performance_India_vs_USA_2019%E2%80%932023\"><\/span><strong>\u00a0Steel Exports Performance: India vs USA (2019\u20132023)<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">India&#8217;s steel exports to the U.S. in affected categories surged post-COVID but have started facing heat:<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\">\r\n<table class=\"has-fixed-layout\">\r\n<tbody>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td><strong>Year<\/strong><\/td>\r\n<td><strong>India\u2019s Steel Exports to USA (US$ Mn)<\/strong><\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td>2019<\/td>\r\n<td>348.9<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td>2022<\/td>\r\n<td>1154.0<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td>2023<\/td>\r\n<td>548.5<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<\/tbody>\r\n<\/table>\r\n<\/figure>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Despite a strong CAGR, the flat 25% tariff in trade challenges will undercut future growth, particularly for small and medium Indian exporters.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Aluminium_Exports\"><\/span><strong>Aluminium Exports\u00a0<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">India&#8217;s aluminum exports are also caught in the tariff net, with a steep 25% levy now on ingots, rods, wires, derivatives, and finished products.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"USAs_Demand_vs_Indias_Supply_5-year_Avg\"><\/span><strong>USA&#8217;s Demand vs. India\u2019s Supply (5-year Avg)<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\">\r\n<table class=\"has-fixed-layout\">\r\n<tbody>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td><strong>Category<\/strong><\/td>\r\n<td><strong>India&#8217;s Avg Export (US$ Mn)<\/strong><\/td>\r\n<td><strong>USA Avg Import (US$ Mn)<\/strong><\/td>\r\n<td><strong>India\u2019s Share (%)<\/strong><\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td>Aluminium Long Products<\/td>\r\n<td>133.13<\/td>\r\n<td>2,397.9<\/td>\r\n<td>5.6%<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td>Aluminium Ingots<\/td>\r\n<td>264.42<\/td>\r\n<td>10,944.12<\/td>\r\n<td>2.4%<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td>Derivatives (automotive, etc.)<\/td>\r\n<td>1,157.83<\/td>\r\n<td>69,659.87<\/td>\r\n<td>1.7%<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<\/tbody>\r\n<\/table>\r\n<\/figure>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><em>Source: EEPC India &amp; USGS 2025<\/em><\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\u00a0India\u2019s aluminum exports to the USA declined by 25.6% in 2023, largely due to anticipatory market corrections and tariff signals.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"_Why_Is_the_US_Imposing_These_Tariffs\"><\/span><strong>\u00a0Why Is the U.S. Imposing These Tariffs?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The Trump administration\u2019s strategy appears to be rooted in:<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\r\n<li>Protecting U.S. domestic manufacturing<\/li>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<li>Limiting China\u2019s dominance<\/li>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<li>Encouraging local production via reshoring policies<\/li>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<li>Creating leverage in bilateral trade negotiations<\/li>\r\n<\/ol>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">India is seen as a \u201chigh-tariff\u201d nation by the U.S., increasing pressure for reciprocal concessions or new trade agreements.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"_What_Lies_Ahead_for_Indian_Exporters\"><\/span><strong>\u00a0What Lies Ahead for Indian Exporters?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"_Government_Strategy\"><\/span><strong>\u00a0Government Strategy<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\r\n<li>The Indian government is pursuing new Free Trade Agreements (FTAs) with the EU, UK, and GCC.<\/li>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<li>A bilateral trade pact with the U.S. is also in early stages to mitigate Section 232 impacts.<\/li>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<li>Indian industry bodies have urged diplomatic intervention to reinstate product exclusions.<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Industrial_Recommendations\"><\/span><strong>Industrial Recommendations<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\r\n<li>Diversify export markets (WANA, SSA, Latin America).<\/li>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<li>Invest in value-added production and downstream processing.<\/li>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<li>Join global trade fairs: EEPC India will participate in Hannover Messe, BAUMA (Germany), and Middle East Energy (Dubai).<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"_The_Bigger_Picture_Trade_Strategy_and_Policy_Reform\"><\/span><strong>\u00a0The Bigger Picture: Trade Strategy and Policy Reform<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">While these tariffs are a setback, they also provide Indian exporters an opportunity to rethink trade strategies, diversify product portfolios, and explore untapped geographies.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Read more actionable insights for industrial entrepreneurs on our platform:<br \/><a href=\"https:\/\/mediumturquoise-hedgehog-745891.hostingersite.com\/blogs\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">https:\/\/mediumturquoise-hedgehog-745891.hostingersite.com\/blogs<\/a><\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"_How_NPCS_Helps_Entrepreneurs_Thrive_in_Uncertain_Times\"><\/span><strong>\u00a0How NPCS Helps Entrepreneurs Thrive in Uncertain Times<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">At Niir Project Consultancy Services (NPCS), we assist startups and entrepreneurs to identify, plan, and launch industrial ventures with precision and confidence.We provide Market Survey cum Techno-Economic Feasibility Reports<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Our reports cover:<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\r\n<li>Manufacturing Process<\/li>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<li>Machinery &amp; Raw Materials<\/li>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<li>Flow Diagrams &amp; Product Mix<\/li>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<li>Detailed Project Financials<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We guide you on project selection, cost, return on investment, and scalability.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\u00a0Explore industrial projects and startup ideas here: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.niir.org\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">https:\/\/www.niir.org\/<br \/><\/a> Watch insightful project breakdowns on our YouTube Channel: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/@NIIRproject\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/@NIIRproject<\/a><\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\" \/>\r\n\r\n\r\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>\u00a0Recommended Reads from NPCS Blog:<\/strong><\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\r\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.niir.org\/blog\/how-to-start-aluminum-recycling-business\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">How to Start Aluminium Recycling Business<\/a><\/li>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.niir.org\/blog\/export-business-ideas-for-small-entrepreneurs\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Export Business Ideas for Small Entrepreneurs<\/a><\/li>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.niir.org\/blog\/top-50-manufacturing-business-ideas-for-2025\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Top 50 Manufacturing Business Ideas for 2025<\/a><\/li>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.niir.org\/blog\/setting-up-a-profitable-steel-fabrication-business\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Setting Up a Profitable Steel Fabrication Business<\/a><\/li>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.niir.org\/blog\/understanding-carbon-credit-business-opportunities-in-india\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Understanding Carbon Credit Business in India<\/a><\/li>\r\n<\/ol>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"_Using_Strategy_to_Gain_Strength_in_Difficult_Times\"><\/span><strong>\u00a0Using Strategy to Gain Strength in Difficult Times<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">India may face trade challenges in 2025 when it comes to exporting steel and aluminum to the United States, but these obstacles can be surmounted with careful planning, government assistance, and corporate diversification. Our goal at NPCS is to assist you in creating a strong , forward-thinking industrial business.\u00a0<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Explore startup opportunities: <a href=\"https:\/\/npcsblog.com\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">https:\/\/npcsblog.com\/<\/a><\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><br \/>Get customized project guidance: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.entrepreneurindia.co\/\">https:\/\/www.entrepreneurindia.co\/<\/a><\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><br \/>Read our latest updates: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.niir.org\/blog\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">https:\/\/www.niir.org\/blog\/<\/a><\/p>\r\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>&nbsp; President Donald Trump&#8217;s administration has made a major trade challenge for 2025 by announcing a stricter trade policy under Section 232 tariffs that will take effect on March 12, 2025, and will directly affect India&#8217;s exports of steel and aluminum. 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