Modi’s India takes on Trump more openly, from ‘terrorism’ to tariffs
Summary
India’s Foreign Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar criticized the United States under President Donald Trump for not being sensitive to India’s concerns about terrorism, favoring Pakistan, and pursuing trade policies that hurt developing countries. This marks a shift toward a more open and direct approach in India’s relationship with the US amid rising tensions and domestic pressure on Prime Minister Narendra Modi.Key Facts
- India’s Foreign Minister S. Jaishankar spoke at an event in New York criticizing US policies under President Trump.
- He said Washington has been insensitive to India’s terrorism concerns and has warmed to India’s rival, Pakistan.
- Jaishankar called US trade policies “self-centered,” affecting poorer countries like India.
- Trade between India and the US reached $149.1 billion in 2025, with India having a $58.4 billion surplus.
- India has protected its agricultural sector by limiting market openness, causing trade talks to be complex.
- India-US trade talks have produced a roadmap but no final deal yet.
- After the US Supreme Court struck down Trump’s tariffs in February, the US introduced a 10% global tariff.
- Prime Minister Modi spoke with President Trump recently, describing the call as “productive” but more formal than in past years.
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