Test Of a Rising Power

by  T.V. Paul

Abstract

US President Donald Trump’s recent decision to impose a 50 per cent tariff on Indian goods and to reestablish strategic parity between India and Pakistan poses significant challenges to Indian foreign policy. The situation is reminiscent of the aftermath of the nuclear tests in 1998. These regressive American actions may create serious obstacles to India’s aspirations of becoming a major power in the short and medium terms. Yet, they may also present an opportunity for India to pursue a more assertive and confident foreign policy posture..

Source: Indian Express, August 25, 2025