Diplomat Deepak Vohra Explains Trump’s Tariff Move and Its Threat to India

Indian diplomat and commentator Deepak Vohra explained Trump’s tariff decision as a mix of strategic economic goals and geopolitical pressure. He noted that the move aligns with Trump’s “America First” agenda to cut the \$45.7 billion US trade deficit with India and push for reciprocal trade terms. Vohra highlighted that the additional penalty tied to Russia adds a geopolitical angle, pressuring India to reduce its ties with Moscow.