World Business Report - India removes cotton import duties

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The Indian government has suspended import duties on cotton until the end of September in response to demands from industry groups. The move to exempt them from the 11% levy is seen as a relief for the textile industry, which is facing a steep 50% tariff on shipments to the US.

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Published on Tuesday, 19th August 2025.

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