* U.S. President Donald Trump * has once again expressed displeasure over India and China while simultaneously seeking closer ties with New Delhi. According to reports, Trump urged the European Union to impose 100% tariffs on imports from both India and China. The demand reportedly came during a U.S.–EU officials’ meeting focused on sanctions against Russia. Trump argued that additional measures were necessary to increase pressure on Russian President Vladimir Putin.
In recent months, Trump has already imposed significant tariff hikes, including 50% on Indian goods and 30% on Chinese imports. Analysts believe his push for higher trade barriers reflects both economic protectionism and geopolitical maneuvering.
While Trump continues to court India as a strategic partner, his tariff policies highlight the tension between economic competition and diplomatic cooperation in global politics. This stance is likely to trigger strong reactions from both India and China.
