Trump Declares ‘Tit for Tat’ Policy in Parliament, Announces Tariffs on India and Other Countries from April 2
Washington, D.C.: U.S. President Donald Trump addressed a joint session of the American Congress on Wednesday morning (Indian time), delivering a record-breaking speech that lasted 1 hour and 44 minutes. In contrast, during his previous term, his longest speech lasted only 1 hour.
Trump began his address with “America Is Back,” emphasizing that the golden era of America had returned. He claimed that in just 43 days, his administration had accomplished what the Biden government failed to achieve in four years.
Tariffs on India and Other Countries from April 2
Trump announced the imposition of retaliatory tariffs starting April 2, stating that the U.S. would respond in kind to countries imposing high tariffs on American goods. “India charges us more than 100% tariffs. From next month, we will do the same,” he declared.
Key Takeaways from Trump’s Speech:
1. Tit for Tat Tariffs
- The U.S. will impose reciprocal tariffs from April 2.
- Countries that levy heavy duties on U.S. products will face similar tariffs.
- Companies manufacturing products outside the U.S. will be required to pay these tariffs.
2. Ukraine War
- Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky is prepared for peace talks to end the war.
- The U.S. has held serious discussions with Russia.
- Moscow has given strong indications of willingness to negotiate peace.
3. Immigration Policy
- 21 million illegal immigrants have entered the U.S. in the last four years.
- The Trump administration is implementing the strictest immigration policies in U.S. history.
4. Criticism of Joe Biden
- Trump called Biden the worst president in American history.
- He blamed Biden’s policies for the rise in illegal immigration and inflation.
5. Gold Card Visa
- The U.S. will introduce a “Gold Card Visa” system, an advanced version of the Green Card.
- This will help create jobs and benefit businesses.
6. Panama Canal and Greenland
- The U.S. aims to gain control over the Panama Canal.
- Trump hinted at incorporating Greenland into the U.S. and ensuring its protection.
7. Exit from Global Organizations
- The U.S. will withdraw from the Paris Climate Agreement, WHO, and UN Human Rights Commission, calling them useless, corrupt, and anti-American.
8. Freedom of Speech
- The Trump administration has ended all government censorship and restored freedom of speech.
9. Energy and Oil
- The U.S. has the world’s largest reserves of “liquid gold” (oil and gas).
- A major natural gas pipeline will be built in Alaska, attracting billions in foreign investment.
10. Space Program
- The U.S. will push the boundaries of science and send humans to Mars.
- Trump pledged to make America the most advanced and powerful civilization ever seen.
With these bold statements, Trump reaffirmed his “America First” approach, signaling a major shift in U.S. foreign and economic policies.
