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Trump Declares India and Russia “Lost” to China
U.S. President Donald Trump declared on Truth Social that “we’ve lost India and Russia to deepest, darkest, China,” after Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Russian President Vladimir Putin appeared with Chinese President Xi Jinping at the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) summit in Tianjin. The statement highlights a shifting balance as Beijing gathers influence across Eurasia.
Images from the summit showed Modi, Putin, and Xi together, underscoring closer ties among the three even as Washington seeks to keep New Delhi in its strategic orbit. Recent U.S. tariff hikes on Indian imports add friction to already complex ties.
Since Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, Moscow has deepened its energy and trade reliance on China. India officially maintains a “multi-alignment” policy, but Modi’s presence at Xi’s summit fuels debate in Western capitals over whether New Delhi is leaning further toward Beijing.
📌 Why It Matters
For Europe, the stakes are significant. Russia’s pivot to China is entrenched, but if India edges toward Beijing, EU trade strategies and security planning could face sharp disruption. The message is clear: alliances are shifting faster than Brussels can manage.
Critics note that Trump oversimplifies India’s foreign policy, but his framing resonates with a growing Western narrative: that China is not only expanding economically, but also winning strategic loyalties once thought secure.
The Final Word
Trump’s declaration may be politically charged, but it captures an uncomfortable truth: China is consolidating a coalition of the willing, and both India and Russia appear closer to its goals orbit. For the EU, adaptation is no longer optional.
— By PeanutsChoice | Citizen of Europe
Disclaimer: This article is based on verified reporting and publicly available sources. It reflects analysis and opinion where indicated. Citizen of Europe does not provide legal advice. While every effort is made to ensure accuracy, no liability is accepted for errors or omissions. Readers are encouraged to consult original sources for further detail.
Sources: Reuters, NDTV, Economic Times, Reuters (SCO summit), AP News, Reuters (India balancing), Reuters (Russia-China energy), Reuters (US tariffs)
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