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Jaishankar’s Moscow Message: India Won’t Bow to Trump’s Tariff Pressure
External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar slams US trade policy during Russia visit, calls out “perplexing logic” behind Trump-era tariffs.
During his official visit to Moscow, India’s External Affairs Minister Dr. S. Jaishankar delivered a sharp critique of the United States’ trade stance, particularly the tariffs imposed under former President Donald Trump. In a joint press conference with Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov, Jaishankar expressed India’s disapproval of what he termed as “perplexing logic” behind the American tariff regime.
Key highlights from the visit:
- Jaishankar emphasized India’s independent foreign policy, asserting that strategic autonomy remains central to its global engagements.
- He reaffirmed India’s commitment to strengthening ties with Russia, especially in energy, defense, and trade.
- The minister’s remarks come amid growing scrutiny of US sanctions and tariff threats linked to India’s position on the Russia-Ukraine conflict.
This bold diplomatic stance signals India’s intent to resist external pressure and maintain balanced relations with global powers, even as geopolitical tensions rise.
