Russian President Vladimir Putin criticized US President Donald Trump’s approach to trade, particularly concerning India and China. Addressing the media following a military parade in Beijing, Putin took issue with Trump’s tariff policies. He specifically addressed the tariff moves against India and said that Trump cannot order India to stop buying Russian oil. Putin said he supports India and China against Trump’s tariff actions. Putin emphasized the substantial populations, powerful economies, and independent political frameworks of these nations. He referred to their histories, including colonial experiences, as shaping their leaders’ responses. Putin stated that Washington’s language reflected outdated perspectives, declaring the end of the ‘colonial era.’ He expressed optimism that tensions would ease and that normal political dialogue would resume. This occurred against the backdrop of potential new US sanctions on India. Trump claimed India offered a ‘no tariff’ arrangement after the US imposed duties on Indian goods.
