Archive · 4 Aug 2025
Ex-Envoy to India: Play the Long Game With US Despite Trump
A former Indian ambassador says that even though Donald Trump is making things difficult, India should not change its plan.
The ambassador thinks that the U.S. is more than just Trump.
India needs to keep working on building good relationships with the U.S. He talks about how important it is to trade with and invest in the U.S. He also says that it is not the end of the world, and it is time to play the long game with the U.S.
Former ambassador Arun K Singh urges strategic patience in US-India relations.
Singh emphasizes the US is bigger than Trump and advocates for a long-term approach.
He notes Trump's criticism and actions raise concerns about US reliability.
Singh highlights the significant trade and investment between the US and India.
The Ministry of External Affairs reaffirms strong ties with the US despite challenges.
- Who
- Former Indian Ambassador Arun K Singh and the Ministry of External Affairs.
- What
- Advice from former ambassador on navigating US-India relations amid political shifts.
- When
- Following recent actions and comments by Donald Trump.
- Where
- Focusing on the US-India relationship.
- Why
- To offer strategic guidance on US-India relations in light of recent developments.
India's Approach
US-India Relations
Strategic Patience vs Immediate Reaction
India's Approach
Long-term strategic patience and continued relationship building.
US-India Relations
Reacting strongly to Trump's actions and comments.
- Key Figure
- Arun K Singh, former Indian ambassador
- Trade Relations
- US is India's largest trading partner
- FDI
- $60 billion from US to India
- Student Exchange
- 300,000 Indian students in US
- Indian Investment
- $40 billion by Indian companies in the US
