In a recent social media post, a video has surfaced showing indian Prime minister Narendra Modi speaking at an event, with the caption "ASKING VOTES FOR trump LIKE A BEGGAR." The video, shared by user roshan Rai, appears to criticize Modi's perceived alignment with former U.S. President donald trump, especially in light of Trump's recent announcement of imposing a 25% tariff on indian goods, along with an additional penalty for India's trade relations with Russia.
The juxtaposition of Modi's image with Trump's social media post, where he criticizes India's tariffs and its business with russia, suggests a narrative of subservience or undue influence, sparking a debate on India's foreign policy and economic independence.
The context of this criticism is rooted in the deteriorating trade relations between the U.S. and india under Trump's administration. trump has consistently targeted India's high tariffs, labeling the country as a "tariff king" and expressing frustration over the trade deficit. His latest move to impose tariffs and penalties is seen as a direct response to India's continued engagement with russia, particularly in the energy and military sectors, despite global pressures to isolate russia due to the ongoing conflict in Ukraine. This action has reignited discussions on the balance of power and mutual respect in international trade agreements, with many questioning whether Modi's government is adequately defending India's interests.
The backlash on social media, as evidenced by the thread, reflects broader concerns about Modi's leadership and his approach to international relations. Critics argue that his silence or perceived lack of a strong response to Trump's tariffs and penalties undermines India's position on the global stage. The term "dalaal" (broker) used in the thread implies that Modi is acting more as an intermediary for Trump's interests rather than a protector of indian sovereignty.
The juxtaposition of Modi's image with Trump's social media post, where he criticizes India's tariffs and its business with russia, suggests a narrative of subservience or undue influence, sparking a debate on India's foreign policy and economic independence.The context of this criticism is rooted in the deteriorating trade relations between the U.S. and india under Trump's administration. trump has consistently targeted India's high tariffs, labeling the country as a "tariff king" and expressing frustration over the trade deficit. His latest move to impose tariffs and penalties is seen as a direct response to India's continued engagement with russia, particularly in the energy and military sectors, despite global pressures to isolate russia due to the ongoing conflict in Ukraine. This action has reignited discussions on the balance of power and mutual respect in international trade agreements, with many questioning whether Modi's government is adequately defending India's interests.
The backlash on social media, as evidenced by the thread, reflects broader concerns about Modi's leadership and his approach to international relations. Critics argue that his silence or perceived lack of a strong response to Trump's tariffs and penalties undermines India's position on the global stage. The term "dalaal" (broker) used in the thread implies that Modi is acting more as an intermediary for Trump's interests rather than a protector of indian sovereignty.
click and follow Indiaherald WhatsApp channel