‘Economic Giant’: Putin’s Praise For India After Trump’s ‘Dead Economy’ Dig

Russian President Vladimir Putin praised India as an ‘economic giant’ during the SCO summit. He highlighted the significance of countries like India and China as members of the group, stressing equality within BRICS. This statement followed criticism from US President Donald Trump, who referred to India’s economy as ‘dead.’ Putin’s acknowledgment of India’s economic strength was well-received by Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Chinese President Xi Jinping. The praise for India underscores the country’s growing influence in global economic discussions.