US President Donald Trump celebrated Diwali by lighting lamps at the White House. Addressing the Indian community, Trump said, “I wish Happy Diwali to the people of India.” Spoke to Prime Minister Narendra Modi on phone. Had a great conversation. We talked about business and many things were discussed, but especially the world of business. They are very interested in this subject.
President Trump said that the issue of regional peace also came up in the talks. He said, “Some time ago we had also talked about there being no war between India and Pakistan. I think because of the trade issue involved, I could talk about it. Today there is no war between India and Pakistan, and this is a very good thing.”
He also reiterated that India will not purchase large quantities of Russian oil in future.
No confirmation from India
India has not confirmed these latest claims of Trump. This is not a new thing. A week ago also, Trump had made a similar claim that he spoke to Prime Minister Modi, in which Modi assured that New Delhi would stop buying oil from Russia. Trump called it “a major step” in his efforts to isolate Moscow over the Ukraine war.
But India had completely rejected this statement even at that time. The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) had clearly said, “There was no phone call between the two leaders yesterday.”
congratulations on diwali
In his statement issued from Washington donald trump Said that today I wish all those Americans who are celebrating Diwali, the festival of lights.
He said that Diwali is not just a festival but a symbol of the victory of light over darkness. That is, it always reminds us that good ultimately triumphs over evil.
Trump said that this is a time to bring family and friends together. ‘Diwali is the time when people light up their homes, celebrate with each other, and start life with new hope and energy.’
He said, ‘When crores of people light lamps and lanterns, we celebrate the fact that good always prevails over evil. To every American who is celebrating Diwali, I wish that this festival brings peace, prosperity, hope and solace in your life.
Up to 155 percent tariff will be imposed on China
Responding to the question of news agency ANI, Trump said that from November 1, about 155 percent tariff will be imposed on China. He said that such heavy tariffs would put pressure on China’s economy.
Trump said, ‘I want to have good relations with China, but the truth is that they have been very strict with us for many years. Because our old President was not wise enough to protect American interests in matters of trade. This is not just a matter of business, but also a matter of national security. I was able to do all this because of tariffs. Now hundreds of billions, even trillions of dollars, are flowing into America. We will start repaying our loan with this.
History of Trade Tension
These statements of Donald Trump have come at a time when trade tensions continue between Washington and Delhi. In response to India buying Russian oil, Trump has imposed an additional 25 percent duty on Indian goods, bringing the total tariff rate on imports from India this year to nearly 50 percent.
Earlier in the day, Trump defended his tariff policy, claiming that it has not only strengthened the US economy but also prevented potential wars. He said, “I mentioned eight wars. Five of them were based entirely on trade and tariffs.”
Claim to stop India-Pakistan war
Trump claimed that a major conflict was averted due to his trade diplomacy intervention. He said, “India and Pakistan were confronting each other. Two nuclear powers and serious nukes. Seven planes were shot down. They were ready to go, and I called them.”
He said that he had warned both the countries that the military conflict would affect their trade relations with America. According to Trump, “I said, ‘You will make war and we will not make a trade deal.’ He said, ‘What has one to do with the other?’ I said, ‘A lot.’ You are nuclear powers. If you do this, we will not make any trade deal.'”
India has consistently rejected US President Donald Trump’s claims of establishing a ceasefire between India and Pakistan. Indian officials have clarified that the ceasefire understanding was reached directly through dialogue between the Directors General of Military Operations (DGMOs) of the two countries and not through any third party intervention.
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