Trump & PM Modi should hold direct talks on ‘urgent priority’: Ex-US envoy Nikki Haley
The partnership between India and the United States is often seen as a crucial factor in countering China’s growing economic and military might in the Asia-Pacific region. Recently, a former US envoy to the United Nations, Nikki Haley, has emphasized the importance of strengthening ties between the two nations. In a recent statement, Haley called for direct talks between President Donald Trump and Prime Minister Narendra Modi to address the growing tensions between the two nations.
The US and India have been engaged in a trade dispute over the past few months, with the US imposing tariffs on Indian goods worth $6.7 billion, citing a failure to provide adequate access to its market. India has retaliated by imposing tariffs on $1.9 billion worth of US goods, including almonds, apples, and motorcycles. The dispute has raised concerns about the impact on bilateral trade and investment between the two nations.
In an interview with a leading news agency, Haley, a Republican and a close ally of Trump, emphasized the importance of addressing the trade dispute through direct talks between the two leaders. “The most urgent priority should be to reverse the downward spiral, which will require direct talks between President Trump and PM Modi,” she said.
Haley’s comments come at a time when the US and India are grappling with the implications of a global trade war. The US has been locked in a trade dispute with China, its largest trading partner, over issues such as intellectual property protection and market access. India, on the other hand, has been seeking greater access to the US market for its goods and services.
The US-India trade dispute has also been seen as a major setback for the Indo-Pacific region, which is critical for regional stability and security. The region has been witnessing growing tensions between the US and China, with the US seeking to counter China’s growing military presence in the region.
India, which has a strategic location in the Indo-Pacific region, is seen as a key partner for the US in its efforts to counter China’s growing influence. The two nations have been working together to strengthen their defense and security ties, with the US providing India with advanced military technology and equipment.
Haley’s call for direct talks between Trump and Modi comes at a time when the two leaders have been facing criticism for their handling of the trade dispute. Trump has been accused of being inconsistent in his approach to the trade dispute, with some critics arguing that his tariffs have been ineffective in achieving their intended goals.
Modi, on the other hand, has been facing criticism from opposition parties in India for his handling of the trade dispute. The opposition parties have accused Modi of being weak in the face of US pressure, and of failing to protect India’s economic interests.
Despite the criticism, Haley remains optimistic about the prospects for a resolution to the trade dispute. In her interview, she emphasized the importance of the US-India partnership, saying that it was a “no-brainer” to countering China’s growing influence in the region.
“The US-India partnership is a no-brainer,” she said. “We have a shared interest in promoting peace, stability, and prosperity in the Indo-Pacific region. We need to work together to address the challenges we face, including the rise of China.”
Haley’s comments have been welcomed by many in India, who see the US-India partnership as a key factor in promoting regional stability and security. The two nations have been working together to strengthen their defense and security ties, with the US providing India with advanced military technology and equipment.
In conclusion, Haley’s call for direct talks between Trump and Modi is a timely reminder of the importance of strengthening ties between the two nations. The US-India partnership is critical for promoting regional stability and security, and for countering China’s growing influence in the Indo-Pacific region.
As the trade dispute between the two nations continues to unfold, it is essential that the two leaders engage in direct talks to address the issues at hand. The stakes are high, and the success of the US-India partnership is critical for the region’s future.
