Popularity of Trump on rise in India but some of his policies not-so-welcome: Pew survey
4 years, 10 months ago

Popularity of Trump on rise in India but some of his policies not-so-welcome: Pew survey

Hindustan Times  

The popularity of US President Donald Trump in India is on the rise but some of his policies and trade attitudes do not garner the same warm reception, a latest Pew Research survey said on Thursday ahead of his maiden presidential trip to the country. The popularity of US President Donald Trump in India is on the rise but some of his policies and trade attitudes do not garner the same warm reception President Trump will pay a state visit to India on February 24 and 25 at the invitation of Prime Minister Narendra Modi. “And while Trump himself receives positive marks from the Indian populace, Indian public opinion toward some of his specific policies and trade attitudes in general do not garner the same warm reception,” Pew Research said in a survey report released on Thursday. “These latest numbers resemble those of Trump’s predecessor: Before Barack Obama left office, 58 per cent of Indians had confidence in him in world affairs, while nine per cent had no confidence and 33 per cent did not offer an opinion,” Pew said.

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U.S.-India ties will be strengthened, but expect tariff trouble, FTA push: Former Ambassador Juster
1 week, 4 days ago

U.S.-India ties will be strengthened, but expect tariff trouble, FTA push: Former Ambassador Juster

The Hindu  

Former Trump envoy to India says the new administrations will push hard on Iran sanctions, China challenge India should expect raised tariffs, and a renewed push to get a Free Trade Agreement finalised from the United States as Donald Trump gets set to begin a second term in office, said former Ambassador to India Kenneth Juster. In an exclusive interview …

Trump threatens to impose reciprocal tariffs against India
3 weeks, 1 day ago

Trump threatens to impose reciprocal tariffs against India

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Incoming US president Donald Trump …

The great unknown: how a Trump presidency could affect the world, in five charts
4 weeks, 1 day ago

The great unknown: how a Trump presidency could affect the world, in five charts

Live Mint  

US President Harry S. Truman once famously asked for a “one-handed economist" because he was tired of economists who, instead of giving decisive answers, would say, “On the one hand, this, and on the other hand, that." A plan to impose across-the-board tariffs on Mexico, Canada and China reinforced the view that tariffs would increase prices and keep US interest …

Donald Trump 2.0 is not a challenge for us, says EAM S Jaishankar
1 month ago

Donald Trump 2.0 is not a challenge for us, says EAM S Jaishankar

Live Mint  

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar, during an interactive session at ASSOCHAM in New Delhi on Thursday, emphasized India’s advantageous political relationship with US President-elect Donald Trump, stating that India is in a “much more advantageous position” compared to many other countries in strengthening ties with Trump’s second term. Trump's positive political view of India Jaishankar reflected on the enduring political …

"We've always had a positive political relationship with Trump": Jaishankar
1 month ago

"We've always had a positive political relationship with Trump": Jaishankar

India Today  

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar expressed confidence in India’s ability to work with incoming U.S. President Donald Trump even as other countries remain concerned about the maverick leader’s return to office. “We’ve always had a positive political relationship with Trump and I would say that Trump has also had a positive political view of India,” opined India’s top diplomat at …

India confident of better trade ties with US under Donald Trump: Piysuh Goyal
1 month, 1 week ago

India confident of better trade ties with US under Donald Trump: Piysuh Goyal

Live Mint  

Union commerce and industry minister Piyush Goyal on Thursday expressed confidence in the resilience of India-US relations as Donald Trump gears up for another term in the White House. India's exports Meanwhile, Goyal said India's total exports, including merchandise and services, are expected to cross $800 billion in 2024-25 despite challenges related to the pandemic and geopolitical crises like the …

Donald Trump ’friend of India’: Minister Goyal
1 month, 1 week ago

Donald Trump ’friend of India’: Minister Goyal

Live Mint  

New Delhi, Nov 28 President-elect Donald Trump is a "friend of India" and India-US friendship will only continue to blossom and grow further, Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal said on Thursday. When asked about how India is placed as the new Trump administration is set to assume charge in the US, said, the minister said: "I think we need …

India welcomes Donald Trump’s second term
1 month, 2 weeks ago

India welcomes Donald Trump’s second term

Live Mint  

Many pundits and policymakers in the world’s most populous nation view Mr. Trump’s return to the White House as an opportunity to boost U.S.-India ties. Mr. Trump’s devotees in India also believe that the incoming administration is less likely than the outgoing one to listen to left-leaning Western nongovernmental organizations and publications that are hostile to Mr. Modi and his …

The impact of Trump 2.0 on India’s security
1 month, 3 weeks ago

The impact of Trump 2.0 on India’s security

New Indian Express  

The second coming of Donald Trump as POTUS is likely to have a significant impact on the world and on India too. The first is his propensity to use his position to criticise perceived adversaries in the media, foreign officials, personalities in both political parties, and even foreign heads of state. In four years, he had nine officials serve with …

Will US-India thrive under Trump amid 'China factor'? Fareed Zakaria explains
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Will US-India thrive under Trump amid 'China factor'? Fareed Zakaria explains

India Today  

Veteran journalist and geopolitical expert Fareed Zakaria on Monday expressed optimism about the trajectory of US-India relations under Donald Trump's regime and believed it to be a "golden opportunity" for India to end China's monopoly in manufacturing. Speaking to India Today TV's News Director Rahul Kanwal, Zakaria highlighted Trump's admiration for Prime Minister Narendra Modi and predicted continued strengthening of …

Trump will pick up from where he left off with India, says his former admin official
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Trump will pick up from where he left off with India, says his former admin official

Deccan Chronicle  

Washington: US president-elect Donald Trump, who enjoys very good relationship with Prime Minister Narendra Modi, is expected to build on the progress made during his first term and continue strengthening ties with India, his South Asia point-person at the White House during his first term has said. Speaking to PTI in an interview, Lisa Curtis, who served as deputy assistant …

How will Donald Trump presidency impact India-US ties, former aide explains
1 month, 3 weeks ago

How will Donald Trump presidency impact India-US ties, former aide explains

Hindustan Times  

US President-elect Donald Trump, who shares a strong relationship with Prime Minister Narendra Modi is expected to build on the progress made during his first term and continue strengthening ties with India, according to his South Asia point-person at the White House. Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Donald Trump shake hands after introductions during the "Howdi Modi" event in Sept …

Trump will pick up from where he left off with India, says his former admin official
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1 month, 3 weeks ago

Trump will pick up from where he left off with India, says his former admin official

India TV News  

US President-elect Donald Trump, who enjoys a very good relationship with Prime Minister Narendra Modi, is expected to build on the progress made during his first term and continue strengthening ties with India, his South Asia point-person at the White House during his first term has said. Speaking to PTI in an interview, Lisa Curtis, who served as deputy assistant …

India’s Modi likely to find comfort in Trump’s return and a shared worldview
1 month, 3 weeks ago

India’s Modi likely to find comfort in Trump’s return and a shared worldview

Associated Press  

NEW DELHI — Donald Trump’s return to the White House has made many countries anxious and recalculating where they stand with the U.S., but India appears to be welcoming the change that may embolden nationalist leaders like Prime Minister Narendra Modi. “He is a refreshing reset from the Indian perspective … he is much more transactional.” Trump, long an open …

Donald Trump's pro-India team?
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Donald Trump's pro-India team?

India Today  

As Donald Trump prepares to reenter the White House, India is closely monitoring his foreign policy lineup and agenda. Amid growing global crises—from Ukraine to Gaza and tensions around Taiwan and China—the potential impact on U.S.-India relations is being examined by Indian policymakers, especially given Trump’s new picks for key roles in his administration: Senator Marco Rubio as Secretary of …

Is Donald Trump good for Indian investors? A market veteran weighs in.
1 month, 4 weeks ago

Is Donald Trump good for Indian investors? A market veteran weighs in.

Live Mint  

The suspense over the US elections has lifted—Donald Trump is back, and in full force. Trump has already made it clear to US trade partners: if they want access to American markets, they’ll need to reciprocate. Indian investors find some solace in Trump’s assurance of no “boots on the ground" in new foreign conflicts. Trump’s close ties with Israeli Prime …

The View From India newsletter: And Trump is back!
1 month, 4 weeks ago

The View From India newsletter: And Trump is back!

The Hindu  

After what pollsters and commentators confidently and repeatedly called a close contest to the White House, we saw Republican candidate Donald Trump win the Presidency of the United States, decisively beating his chief rival and Democrat Kamala Harris. The outcome of the U.S. elections has sparked varied analyses – right from the very lazy, reductive “people are racist or stupid” …

Trump 2.0: How to make your portfolio great again
1 month, 4 weeks ago

Trump 2.0: How to make your portfolio great again

Live Mint  

New Delhi: “Experience taught me a few things. But for global financial markets, the ‘Trump trade’ only fuelled a furious rally, with Wall Street and other major stock indices vaulting to record highs in tandem with Bitcoin, while the US dollar strengthened, and bond yields jumped sharply in the immediate aftermath of the election results. Lowering the cost of medicines …

Exclusive: Trump told me he'll visit India next year, reveals NRI banker Anshuman Mishra
1 month, 4 weeks ago

Exclusive: Trump told me he'll visit India next year, reveals NRI banker Anshuman Mishra

India Today  

International banker and political strategist Anshuman Mishra revealed that US President-elect Donald Trump intends to visit India next year. In an exclusive interview with India Today News Director Rahul Kanwal from Manhattan, Mishra described the charged atmosphere in Trump’s inner circle -- comprising tech magnate Elon Musk, popular podcaster Joe Rogan, UFC President Dana White, billionaire Steve Wynn and others …

From the India Today Archives (2017): How India should deal with Donald Trump
2 months ago

From the India Today Archives (2017): How India should deal with Donald Trump

India Today  

"I like thinking big. For those foxed by Trump’s blitzkrieg of measures and his shifting stands on some key issues, it’s worth recalling that his second maxim for success is "maximise your options". Trump may also egg Modi on to support his trade war with China-something India may not like to play along with, given Trump’s recent flip-flops while dealing …

Should India worry about Donald Trump's tariff plans? Ruchir Sharma explains
2 months ago

Should India worry about Donald Trump's tariff plans? Ruchir Sharma explains

India Today  

Ace investor and author Ruchir Sharma warned that Donald Trump is likely to impose more aggressive tariffs in his second term. "I think America has just become a much less dependable ally currently and tomorrow, if America sees it in its interest to cut a deal with China, for whatever reason, they're not going to think about 'Oh, India is …

Watch | Trump 2.0: What should India watch out for?
2 months ago

Watch | Trump 2.0: What should India watch out for?

The Hindu  

The world view of many countries, especially the U.S. has definitely changed with this week’s election results. Less U.S. pressure on democracy, minority rights, press freedoms More muted comments on the Pannun-Nijjar issue, and given Trump’s tensions with Trudeau, less worry that India-Canada ties could affect India-US ties. What then are the negatives New Delhi should watch out for: Trump’s …

‘MAGA, India First’: Why Donald Trump's return will solidify India-US trade, security ties
2 months ago

‘MAGA, India First’: Why Donald Trump's return will solidify India-US trade, security ties

Hindustan Times  

The Narendra Modi government and the Indian people are very optimistic about the forthcoming US Presidency of Donald Trump despite exaggerated concerns over trade tariff issues between the two natural allies when the Republican leader takes over the reins of power on January 20, 2025. The warm conversation between the two leaders lasted around 30 minutes with President-elect Trump calling …

Trump is strong leader: Indian Americans welcome Trump's electoral victory
2 months ago

Trump is strong leader: Indian Americans welcome Trump's electoral victory

Deccan Chronicle  

New York: Members of the Indian-American community welcomed Donald Trump's victory in the US presidential election, saying the country needs a "strong leader” like him who will deliver on his promises to tame inflation and curtail illegal immigration. “Definitely, I think if somebody can stop the war, Trump can stop the war,” Gupta said. “Especially when Trump tweeted on Diwali …

Trump's potential return sparks concerns over Indo-US trade ties, tariffs
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2 months ago

Trump's potential return sparks concerns over Indo-US trade ties, tariffs

New Indian Express  

Donald Trump’s return as the 47th president of the US will likely put Indo-US trade ties under sharp focus. Trump has promised a fresh wave of tariffs under his ‘America first’ stance, which may adversely affect countries like India and its key sectors such IT, pharmaceuticals, textiles, chemicals and automotive parts. He even proposed import duty increases of 10-20 percent …

Opinion: A world according to Trump - Impact on India and global alliances
2 months ago

Opinion: A world according to Trump - Impact on India and global alliances

India Today  

Prepare for Donald Trump’s America First 2.0. America First Meets Make in India Trump is expected to take a more hardline stance on a range of issues – cracking down on illegal immigration, imposing high baseline tariffs on all imports, and ending the Ukraine war by potentially cutting off billions in US aid while pushing Israel to “wrap it up” …

Opinion: Trump 2.0 - Lessons for India's Left
2 months ago

Opinion: Trump 2.0 - Lessons for India's Left

India Today  

With Donald Trump’s recent win in the US, it is hard to miss the parallels with the tactics employed by certain sections of the Left, here in India. By “the Indian Left,” we are referring to a broad coalition of academics, intellectuals, certain media figures, activists, and segments of political parties who often align themselves with progressive social and economic …

DC Edit | Delhi needs to learn how to work with Trump’s US
2 months ago

DC Edit | Delhi needs to learn how to work with Trump’s US

Deccan Chronicle  

Reservations had been expressed during his long and successful campaign over Mr Donald Trump’s unpredictable character, his convictions for felony, his liking for autocrats and his fitness for the office of the President of the United States. Truth to tell, the world will have to learn to live with Trump’s America and India is one country in Asia that would …

India celebrates U.S. elections as a fellow democracy: MEA
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2 months ago

India celebrates U.S. elections as a fellow democracy: MEA

The Hindu  

India “celebrates” the U.S. election process, said the government on Thursday, and Prime Minister Narendra Modi told U.S. President-elect Donald Trump that India looks forward to future cooperation with the United States during his tenure. “As a fellow democracy, India celebrates this expression of people’s mandate in the United States,” Ministry of External Affairs spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal told journalists at …

Trump 2.0: More opportunities, fewer challenges in India-US relations
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2 months ago

Trump 2.0: More opportunities, fewer challenges in India-US relations

Firstpost  

Donald Trump’s approach may prove as transactional as it is strategic, driven less by overriding ideology and more by mutual benefit Trump 2.0 gives New Delhi and Washington DC a rare chance to recalibrate the highly consequential but deeply distrustful relationship. Unlike his predecessor, who took a hard line on India’s domestic policies, Donald Trump’s approach may prove as transactional …

5 points looking back at India-US ties during first Donald Trump Presidency
2 months ago

5 points looking back at India-US ties during first Donald Trump Presidency

Live Mint  

Hours after Donald Trump claimed a historic victory in the US Presidential elections, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said he had a telephonic conversation with his ‘friend’ – the President-elect. “Looking forward to working closely together once again to further strengthen India-US relations across technology, defence, energy, space and several other sectors,” Modi said in a post on X on Wednesday. …

Trump presidency 2.0: A sequel likely to outdo his first stint in power
2 months ago

Trump presidency 2.0: A sequel likely to outdo his first stint in power

Live Mint  

Sequels rarely have the same impact as the original. His oft-stated conviction that climate change is a hoax could lead him to reverse several of the Joe Biden administration’s green initiatives, save those for electric mobility, which, thanks to Trump’s proximity to Tesla chief Elon Musk, could be spared. However, with America’s growth rate already the envy of the rich …

How does Donald Trump's victory impact Indian students planning to move abroad?
2 months ago

How does Donald Trump's victory impact Indian students planning to move abroad?

India TV News  

Republican leader Donald Trump won the US presidential election for a second term on Wednesday in one of the most remarkable comebacks in American electoral history. Advocacy groups contend that Trump's proposed immigration reforms, especially his support for the elimination of birthright citizenship, may encounter constitutional challenges under the 14th Amendment. Potential changes could significantly affect this data, with ripple …

Trump's personalised form of diplomacy might work for India: Ex-UN envoy
2 months ago

Trump's personalised form of diplomacy might work for India: Ex-UN envoy

India Today  

Syed Akbaruddin, India’s former envoy to the UN, said that US President-elect Donald Trump's personalised form of diplomacy could work in India's favour. If this is the personalised form of diplomacy that Trump would engage in, it would work well for India," the former envoy told India Today News Director Rahul Kanwal when he was asked if the incoming US …

What Trump 2.0 means for India and South Asia
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2 months ago

What Trump 2.0 means for India and South Asia

The Hindu  

Five years after Prime Minister Narendra Modi told a crowd in Houston, Texas, that India had “connected well” with Republican candidate Donald Trump and followed it up with “Abki Baar Trump Sarkar ”, Mr. Trump has gained the votes required to become the U.S.’s 47th President. The first problem is Mr. Trump’s persistent focus on cutting trade tariffs, which saw …

Trump taps into rising support for MAGA
2 months ago

Trump taps into rising support for MAGA

Deccan Chronicle  

Hyderabad: The Democrats likely did not see it coming. The American public’s emphatic vote for Donald Trump returning him to the White House as the President of the United States for a second term, will be one that will be studied for years to come, particularly in a society that appeared polarised on divisive issues, in which large number of …

Why India won't think too much about America's next president, and it's not about Trump
2 months ago

Why India won't think too much about America's next president, and it's not about Trump

Firstpost  

A second Trump presidency could bring both opportunities and challenges for India, but New Delhi’s strategic autonomy ensures it’s prepared to deal with any shifts in US policy while strengthening long-term ties As world leaders poured in their congratulations to Donald Trump on his re-election, Prime Minister Narendra Modi extended a heartfelt message, emphasising the strength of the India-US partnership. …

India Gears Up for Trump 2.0
2 months ago

India Gears Up for Trump 2.0

Deccan Chronicle  

New Delhi: As New Delhi waits for a new Trump administration to take charge in Washington in January, it is getting ready to tackle some potential friction points with the United States, which includes immigration issues, stringent H-1B visa norms, trade protectionism and tariffs. It added India's trade surplus with the US may also attract scrutiny and the new government …

'Donald Trump Is Highly Unpredictable': Former Diplomats Warn India To 'Wait And Watch'
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2 months ago

'Donald Trump Is Highly Unpredictable': Former Diplomats Warn India To 'Wait And Watch'

ABP News  

As Donald Trump registered a historic comeback in the US presidential election, many former Indian diplomats on Wednesday concurred that the India-US ties will "continue to grow" from strength to strength, even as some of them cautioned that Trump is "highly unpredictable" and New Delhi will have to "wait and watch" to see what position he adopts going forward. The …

'Donald Trump is unpredictable': Former diplomat urges India to 'wait and watch'
2 months ago

'Donald Trump is unpredictable': Former diplomat urges India to 'wait and watch'

Hindustan Times  

Reacting to the surprise victory of Donald Trump in the US election, a former Indian diplomats said on Wednesday that the India-US ties will continue to grow. Venu Rajamony, who served as India's envoy to the Netherlands from 2017 to 2020, said India must "carefully and consciously" move forward. He said since Trump wants to secure America's interests first, New …

Trump highly unpredictable, New Delhi will have to wait and watch: Ex-Indian diplomats
2 months ago

Trump highly unpredictable, New Delhi will have to wait and watch: Ex-Indian diplomats

Hindustan Times  

New Delhi, As Donald Trump registered a historic comeback in the US presidential election, many former Indian diplomats on Wednesday concurred that the India-US ties will "continue to grow" from strength to strength, even as some of them cautioned that Trump is "highly unpredictable" and New Delhi will have to "wait and watch" to see what position he adopts going …

Trump 2.0 could create new opportunities for India, say experts; India better positioned than China in US trade
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2 months ago

Trump 2.0 could create new opportunities for India, say experts; India better positioned than China in US trade

Firstpost  

Donald Trump’s Presidency of the United States will open new opportunities for India though certain sectors, especially pharma and IT, may face the heat if the incoming president decides to impose restrictions on imports and H1B visa regulations, experts said Donald Trump’s Presidency of the United States will open new opportunities for India though certain sectors, especially pharma and IT, …

With Trump, it’s back to the future for the US
2 months ago

With Trump, it’s back to the future for the US

Hindustan Times  

In what was billed as a statistical dead heat, Republican nominee Donald Trump once again repudiated the experts and struck a decisive blow in the 2024 United States presidential election, catapulting himself to a second, non-consecutive term in the White House. REUTERS/Brian Snyder/File Photo Trump, no stranger to shredding the political rulebook, led a sweep of the seven critical “swing …

US Election Results: 4 key factors that may impact Indian stock market as Trump eyes return to the White House
2 months ago

US Election Results: 4 key factors that may impact Indian stock market as Trump eyes return to the White House

Live Mint  

Indian stock market's benchmark indices, Sensex and Nifty 50, rallied over 1% on Wednesday in response to the US election results 2024, which indicate a likely victory for Republican candidate and former President Donald Trump over Democratic candidate Kamala Harris. Foreign brokerage Nomura predicts that India may emerge as a relative beneficiary under Trump’s policies due to its domestic demand-driven …

A second Trump term is not good news—either for the US or the world
2 months ago

A second Trump term is not good news—either for the US or the world

Live Mint  

NEW DELHI : Former US president Donald Trump looks set to return to the White House, having secured 267 electoral votes, according to the Associated Press. Trump has promised, besides cracking down on illegal immigrants, to cut taxes, impose steep tariffs on imports, stop the war in Ukraine in one day, allow Israel to complete its job in the Middle …

India-U.S. relations ought to flourish during Trump 2.0
2 months ago

India-U.S. relations ought to flourish during Trump 2.0

New Indian Express  

With Donald Trump dramatically surviving two assassination attempts in the run-up to the US presidential election, you had to be naive to believe the surge of sympathy for him could somehow be neutralised by the charisma of his challenger Kamala Harris. Trump has claimed victory and the Republicans seem set to gain control over both the House of Representatives and …

Donald Trump's stunning comeback: What it means for India's IT, pharma sectors and impact on H-1B visa?
2 months ago

Donald Trump's stunning comeback: What it means for India's IT, pharma sectors and impact on H-1B visa?

India TV News  

New Delhi: Donald Trump's Presidency of the United States will open new opportunities for India though certain sectors, especially pharma and IT, may face the heat if the incoming president decides to impose restrictions on imports and H1B visa regulations, experts said on Wednesday. Former Niti Aayog Vice Chairman Rajiv Kumar said: "Trump's presidency can be a new opportunity for …

Trump's Focus on India: Trade, Defense, and Geopolitics in the Balance
2 months ago

Trump's Focus on India: Trade, Defense, and Geopolitics in the Balance

Hindustan Times  

US presidential election 2024: Donald Trump emphasizes strengthening ties between the US and India. Trump emphasizes economic and trade policies, defence and security cooperation, and immigration policies during his visit to India. He also addresses the issue of exiled Bangladeshi Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina seeking refuge in India.

Trump to meet ‘fantastic’ India PM Modi in US
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Trump to meet ‘fantastic’ India PM Modi in US

Al Jazeera  

Former United States President Donald Trump will meet Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi during his visit to the US next week, the Republican presidential nominee has said. Speaking at his first campaign event since a second apparent assassination attempt on Sunday, Trump described Modi as “fantastic” while labelling India a “very big abuser” in trade. Trump and Modi were seen …

US presidential election: Donald Trump, Kamala Harris and stakes for India
4 months ago

US presidential election: Donald Trump, Kamala Harris and stakes for India

Firstpost  

Whether managing the unpredictability of a second Trump term or navigating the potential shifts in policy under a Harris administration, India’s strategic interests will require careful and astute diplomacy Both Trump and Harris will likely view India as a critical counterweight to China’s regional ambitions. However, the nuances in their approaches could significantly impact the nature of this partnership As …

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