MWE Correspondent
U.S. President Donald Trump has voiced concern over the deepening partnership between Russia, India, and China, following a recent summit of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) in Tianjin, China.
Trump expressed his frustration in a post on his social media platform, Truth Social, saying, “The United States has lost India and Russia to China’s deep and expanding influence. I wish them long and prosperous cooperation.”
The SCO summit, attended by Russian President Vladimir Putin, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi, and Chinese President Xi Jinping, highlighted the growing strategic and economic collaboration among the three nations. Leaders stressed the importance of cooperation and a more balanced global order, signaling their intent to reduce reliance on Western-led frameworks.
Trump’s comments reflect ongoing U.S. concerns over India’s increasing ties with Russia and China, including continued energy imports from Russia despite Western sanctions. The United States has viewed these partnerships as a challenge to its influence in global trade and security matters.
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During the summit, Putin and Xi also called for the establishment of an international order not dominated by the United States and its European allies, emphasizing equality among nations and respect for the interests of all countries. Observers note that such statements underscore a potential shift in geopolitical alignments and highlight the SCO’s growing relevance on the global stage.
While Trump criticized these developments, Indian officials have stressed that their foreign policy is independent and strategically autonomous, underscoring that India’s engagement with Russia and China is guided by national interest rather than allegiance to any bloc.
As the global balance of power evolves, the emerging trilateral cooperation among Russia, India, and China could have significant implications for diplomacy, trade, and international security, challenging the United States and its allies to adapt to a more multipolar world.
