Former US President Donald Trump has stirred controversy again with his recent remarks targeting India and Russia. In a post on his social media platform Truth Social, Trump criticised both nations’ economies, calling them “dead” and questioning their trade relations with the United States.
“I don’t care what India does with Russia. They can take their dead economies down together, for all I care,” Trump said, making a strong statement that quickly grabbed global attention.
Trump Unhappy with India’s Tariffs
The former US President reiterated a long-standing complaint about India’s trade practices. According to Trump, India’s tariffs are “too high,” which he claims limits trade between the two countries. He said the US has done “very little” business with India, once again calling for more balanced trade policies.
Trump has repeatedly criticised India’s import duties during his political career, especially during his presidency (2017–2021). These comments are in line with his “America First” trade policy that often pushed for renegotiated trade terms with allies and partners, including India.
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Targeting Russia and Medvedev
Trump didn’t hold back on Russia either. He slammed former Russian President Dmitry Medvedev, stating:
“Let’s keep it that way, and tell Medvedev, the failed former President of Russia, who thinks he’s still President, to watch his words. He’s entering very dangerous territory!”
The remarks appear to be a reaction to Medvedev’s recent comments perceived as critical of the United States. Trump emphasised that Russia and the US “do almost no business together” and suggested that it should remain that way.
Neutral Analysis
Trump’s remarks come at a time when US-India trade ties have seen gradual improvement, especially under the Biden administration. India is also maintaining a strategic balancing act between its long-standing defense ties with Russia and its growing economic and geopolitical partnership with the US.
While Trump is no longer in office, his statements continue to have political and diplomatic implications, particularly as he campaigns for a second term in the upcoming US presidential elections. His rhetoric reflects a broader narrative aimed at reshaping international trade dynamics, though it may complicate existing bilateral relations.
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