Washington/Tianjin: Former U.S. President Donald Trump has dropped another bombshell online. In a fiery Truth Social post, he declared:
“Looks like we’ve lost India and Russia to deepest, darkest China. May they have a long and prosperous future together!”
The post came hours after Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Russian President Vladimir Putin joined Chinese President Xi Jinping at the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) summit in Tianjin. The optics? A clear show of tightening ties among the three powers.
Tariffs, Trade, and Trump’s Fury
Trump didn’t stop at geopolitics. He went after India’s trade practices, calling them “a totally one-sided disaster.”
- The U.S. has slapped 50% tariffs on Indian exports.
- Half of that targets New Delhi’s oil imports from Russia.
- Trump insists the U.S. does “very little business” with India, while India “does a tremendous amount” with America.
His frustration reflects more than just numbers—it’s about shifting alliances that could reshape global power dynamics.
A Quick U-Turn?
Interestingly, within 24 hours, Trump softened his tone. He praised Modi as “a great friend” and claimed U.S.–India relations remain “special.” But the mixed signals only added to the confusion in Washington and New Delhi.
Why It Matters
- Geopolitical realignment: India, Russia, and China are visibly syncing up, at least on the global stage.
- U.S. pushback: Trump’s tariffs and rhetoric signal tougher days ahead for India–U.S. trade.
- Uncertainty factor: Trump’s contradictory statements keep allies guessing.
🔴 The Big Question: Is Trump warning of a lasting shift in India’s loyalties—or just playing hardball on trade?
