"Attempts To Harm Ties With India Will Fail": Russia Amid Trump's Tariffs
Russia has praised its longstanding "advancing" relations with India amid US President Donald Trump's tariffs on New Delhi over its Russian oil imports.
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The 25 percent additional tariffs on Indian imports were implemented by Trump on August 27.
In the wake of US President Donald Trump's tariffs on India due to its Russian oil purchases, Russia has highlighted its "advancing" relationship with India, asserting that any "attempts to harm" these bilateral ties are destined to "fail." The Russian Foreign Ministry also expressed appreciation for India's commitment to maintaining cooperation with Russia.
"To be honest, it would be difficult to envision any alternative. The relationship between Russia and India continues to progress steadily and confidently. Any efforts to impede this development are bound to be unsuccessful," the ministry informed RT.
The ministry stated that India's approach to its relationship with Russia not only "reflects the spirit and traditions of long-standing Russia-India friendship" but also demonstrates what it described as "strategic autonomy in international affairs." Describing the partnership as "reliable, predictable and strategic," the ministry reportedly emphasized that it is founded on "the highest value of sovereignty and the primacy of national interests."
Representatives from the Russian Foreign Ministry also pointed out that India and Russia are collaborating on extensive joint initiatives across multiple sectors, including civilian and military production, human spaceflight missions, nuclear energy, and Indian investments in Russian oil exploration ventures, according to RT.
The ministry also reportedly underscored its cooperation with India regarding payment systems, increasing the use of national currencies, and developing alternative transport and logistics corridors.
These remarks from the Russian Foreign Ministry came as the United States urged the Group of Seven (G7) nations to impose tariffs on India and other countries purchasing Russian oil.
Trump's additional 25 percent duties on Indian imports took effect on August 27, bringing the total tariff rate to 50 percent. This additional penalty strained relations between the longtime allies – a fact acknowledged by Trump himself. Meanwhile, Prime Minister Narendra Modi, who participated in the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) Summit in China's Tianjin earlier this month, displayed camaraderie with Russian President Vladimir Putin – showcasing their strong relationship. PM Modi also shared images on X of himself shaking hands with and embracing the Russian leader.
Days afterward, Trump nevertheless remarked that he and PM Modi would "always be friends," while expressing dissatisfaction over what the PM is "doing" currently – referring to India's imports of Russian oil. "I'll always be friends with PM Modi. He's a great Prime Minister. I'll always be friends, but I just don't like what he is doing at this particular moment. But India and the United States have a very special relationship. There is nothing to worry about. We just have moments on occasion," he stated.
In response to the US President, PM Modi said he "fully reciprocates his sentiments." According to the PM, India and the US maintain a "very positive" global strategic partnership. "Deeply appreciate and fully reciprocate President Trump's sentiments and positive assessment of our ties. India and the US have a very positive and forward-looking Comprehensive and Global Strategic Partnership," PM Modi stated.