India holds Pernod, Diageo Scotch shipments as investigators seek 150% tariff
Indian customs has detained dozens of containers of bulk Scotch imported by Pernod Ricard and Diageo, seeking a 150% tariff instead of the reduced 75% duty under the India-UK trade pact. The dispute persists despite assurances from the commerce ministry, rais…
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Indian customs has detained dozens of containers of bulk Scotch imported by Pernod Ricard and Diageo, seeking a 150% tariff instead of the reduced 75% duty under the India-UK trade pact. The dispute persists despite assurances from the commerce ministry, rais…
New Delhi: Indian customs is holding dozens of containers of bulk Scotch imported by Pernod Ricard and Diageo as investigators press for a 150% tariff, even though the companies rely on a New Delhi a…
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