Putin Criticizes Trump’s Approach to India and China, Citing Colonial Past

Russian President Vladimir Putin criticized US President Donald Trump’s stance towards India and China, specifically concerning tariffs. Speaking after a military parade in Beijing, Putin voiced his disapproval of Trump’s tariff actions against India, stating that the US cannot dictate terms to these nations. He emphasized the historical context of these countries, including periods of colonialism, and suggested that leaders of such large nations would not yield to pressure. Putin asserted that Washington’s approach reflected outdated thinking, declaring that the ‘colonial era is now over.’ He expressed hope for a resolution to the tensions and a return to normal political dialogue. The comments came amidst discussions about potential further US sanctions on India, following Trump’s imposition of tariffs. Trump has claimed India offered a ‘no tariff’ deal in response to the US actions.