U.S. economist warns Trump against actions ‘like hitting an elephant’ against India, says BRICS will strengthen

U.S. President Donald Trump’s 50% tariff on Indian imports has been implemented as of this Wednesday. Meanwhile, an American economist has warned that U.S. actions against India are akin to hitting an elephant. The economist, Vivek Singh, from Nava Bharat…, stated that the U.S.’ stance against India could backfire. Singh emphasized that India is a key player in the BRICS group and alienating them could weaken the bloc’s strength. He advised the Trump administration to reconsider its aggressive stance towards India. Additionally, Singh highlighted the potential negative impact on the U.S. economy if India were to retaliate with its own trade barriers. The economist also underlined the importance of maintaining positive relations with India, urging further dialogue and cooperation to avoid escalation of trade tensions. In conclusion, he expressed his belief that strengthening BRICS is crucial for global economic stability and growth in the long run.