Archive · 6 Sep 2025
Trump's Remarks on India-US Ties Draw Response from Modi
Former US President Donald Trump expressed concern over India's growing relationship with China and Russia.
He also criticized India for buying oil from Russia and imposing high tariffs.
India's Prime Minister Modi responded by appreciating Trump’s positive assessment of the bilateral ties and that they would always be friends, despite the strain.
A US Commerce Secretary said India will seek a deal with Trump and apologize.
The situation highlights trade tensions and differing geopolitical views between the two countries.
Trump stated that the US appears to have lost India and Russia to China.
Modi responded by appreciating Trump's positive assessment of US-India ties.
The remarks followed the SCO Summit and the imposition of US tariffs on Indian goods.
India has defended its purchase of Russian oil, citing national interests.
A US Commerce Secretary stated India may seek a deal with Trump in the coming months.
- Who
- Donald Trump, Narendra Modi, Howard Lutnick
- What
- Trump's comments on India, Russia, and China; India's response.
- When
- Following the SCO Summit; September 6th, 2025
- Where
- US and India
- Why
- Trump's reactions to India's relationship with Russia and China, and India's responses to tariffs.
- Key Figures
- Donald Trump, Narendra Modi, Howard Lutnick
- Event
- Trump's comments on India-US relations and the SCO summit
- Summit
- Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) Summit in Tianjin
- US Actions
- Tariffs on Indian goods, Criticism of Russian oil purchases
- India's Response
- Defense of oil purchases, seeking a deal
Sources
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