After Mexico unilaterally imposed 50% tariffs on Indian goods, mirroring a similar move by the United States, India has cautioned that it may take appropriate steps to protect the interests of its exporters, according to an official.

Earlier this week, Mexico approved a new tariff regime that raises import duties on goods coming from countries with which it does not have a free trade agreement (FTA), including India, China, South Korea, Thailand and Indonesia. The Senate cleared the measures for implementation from January 1, 2026.

An official told news agency PTI that India is engaged with Mexico to find mutually beneficial solutions after its decision to raise tariffs, even though New Delhi reserves the right to take appropriate measures to safeguard the interests of its exporters.

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