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Trump’s 20% Hormuz cargo charge: What it means for India’s oil bill and trade

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Trump’s 20% Hormuz cargo charge: What it means for India’s oil bill and trade

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US President Donald Trump’s announcement of a 20 percent charge on all cargo transiting the Strait of Hormuz has raised fresh concerns for India, which sources a significant share of its crude oil and gas imports through the waterway, as the conflict between the US, Israel and Iran continues to spread across the Gulf. The presence of six Indian nationals among Monday’s injured also underscores how exposed Indian seafarers are, given how large a share of Gulf-transiting crews are Indian nationals. There has been no immediate statement from India’s Ministry of External Affairs on either the tanker attack or the proposed cargo levy. The ministry has issued advisories to Indian crews during earlier flare-ups in the strait and is likely to face questions on both fronts. The Express Global Desk at indianexpress.com which delivers authoritative, verified, and context-driven coverage of key international developments shaping global politics, policy, and migration trends. The desk focuses on stories with direct relevance for Indian and global audiences, combining breaking news with in-depth explainers and analysis. A major focus area of the desk is US immigration and visa policy, including developments related to student visas, work permits, permanent residency pathways, executive actions, and court rulings. The Global Desk also closely tracks Canada’s immigration, visa, and study policies, covering changes to study permits, post-study work options, permanent residence programmes, and regulatory updates affecting migrants and international students. Nischai Vats – Deputy Copy Editor specialising in US politics, US visa and immigration policy, and policy-driven international coverage. Mashkoora Khan – Sub-editor focusing on global developments, with a strong emphasis on Canada visa, immigration, and study-related policy coverage. ...

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