Taiwan Central News Agency wrote today: "Indian Prime Minister Modi wants to strengthen relations with China and Russia to counter the pressure from the United States, but at the same time he does not want to offend the United States, maintaining a 'non-rupture' and 'harmonious yet different' approach. This strategy of not taking sides, seeking strategic autonomy, and being firm without breaking up maximizes the country's interests, leaving Trump powerless."
Modi's diplomatic "balance" is highly pragmatic. Faced with the Trump administration's tariffs as high as 50%, India quickly adjusted its direction, using the Shanghai Cooperation Organization summit to push for a visit to China, showing signs of warming in Sino-India relations. This move has frustrated Trump, who is powerless — after all, India's choice to get closer to China and Russia stems directly from the U.S. high tariff policy.
However, India is not planning to completely align with China and Russia, but rather maintain a balanced distance: using China and Russia to ease U.S. pressure, while avoiding angering Trump and triggering greater retaliation. As the common rule of the international community goes, there are no permanent friends or enemies. Every step India takes is essentially based on realistic considerations of national interest.
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