Jaishankar affirms India has no interest in weakening US dollar while highlighting strong India-US ties
India's External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar stated that India has "no interest" in weakening the US dollar, responding to President-elect Donald Trump's tariff warning on BRICS nations. He emphasized India's strong trade ties with the US. Jaishankar highlighted the positive relationship between Prime Minister Modi and Trump, noting that it has strengthened India-US ties. He mentioned the revival of the Quad as a significant achievement during Trump's presidency. He also addressed the impact of instability in West Asia on India's trade, citing increased shipping costs and trade disruptions. Jaishankar expressed optimism about a shift towards negotiations in the Russia-Ukraine war, noting European leaders' calls for continued engagement.