In brief
In a recent address, the Chinese ambassador to India, Xu Feihong, expressed Beijing's strong opposition to the United States imposing hefty tariffs on India, advocating for increased collaboration between the two Asian neighbors.
Xu labeled the US a "bully" for exploiting free trade to pressure nations like India while imposing tariffs of up to 50%. He highlighted mounting tensions from India's oil purchases from Russia amid the Ukraine conflict, which rattled US-India relations. As India seeks affordable energy, dialogue between India and China is warming after turbulent relations since 2020. Xu suggested that unity between the two nations could benefit not just their economies but the global stage, urging fair treatment for Chinese businesses in India while condemning current trade wars. In light of Prime Minister Modi's upcoming summit with China, there is hope for renewed stability in bilateral relations.
