Russia and India are set to give another blow to the USA

Russia’s Deputy PM Dmitry Patrushev may visit India to boost shrimp imports and fertilizer trade amid US tariffs. The visit could strengthen India-Russia ties and reduce reliance on American markets.

New Delhi: Amid the recent tariffs imposed by the US on India, Russian Deputy Prime Minister Dmitry Patrushev may visit India this month. This visit is considered strategically important in many ways, especially when the US has imposed heavy duties on Indian shrimp exports.

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Patrushev is an agricultural expert, and the main purpose of his visit is to increase shrimp imports from India and to make agreements on the supply of fertilizers.

Impact of US tariff on Indian trade

The US has been the largest buyer of Indian shrimp, but this trade has been greatly affected after US President Donald Trump imposed a 50% tariff. Due to this, India is not only facing a trade deficit, but it is now facing tough competition from countries like Ecuador, Indonesia, Vietnam, and China in the US market.

Experts believe that at such a time, Russia can emerge as a new and reliable market for India. This is why Patrushev's visit is being considered very important.

Patrushev's visit: Possible agenda

• Meeting with officials of India's Agriculture and Commerce Ministry
• Trade agreement regarding shrimp imports
• Discussion on increasing fertilizer supply from Russia
• Focus on strengthening bilateral agricultural trade cooperation.

US pressure and G-7 meeting

The US has not only increased tariffs on India, but it is also urging the G-7 countries to impose similar duties on India and China. The US raised this issue in the recent meeting of the G-7 foreign ministers, which may increase international pressure on India.

India's stand is clear

The US alleges that India is funding Putin for the Ukraine war by buying cheap crude oil from Russia. India has rejected these allegations and said that:

• Our energy policy is based on national interest.
• We take decisions according to market conditions.
• These allegations are unfair and unjust.
• India has repeatedly reiterated that its trade with Russia is completely legitimate and in line with global rules.
• Russia can become India's new partner.

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After the tariff decision of the Trump administration, India will have to look for alternatives to America. In such a situation, Russia can become an alternative and reliable market for India. Patrushev's visit is expected to give new strength to the economic and strategic relations between the two countries.

This visit will not only be important for the agricultural sector, but it can also prove to be an important step towards maintaining balance in India's foreign policy.