Double standards much? Tariff imposing US now calls for India's backing in taking on China

Contributing sentiments towards policy:

62% : China has accused the US of double standards in levying duties on international trade.
50% : Trump has also threatened to cancel a planned meeting with President Xi at the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) summit scheduled for later this month.
50% : Although Trump has stated he wants to "help China, not hurt it," Beijing has continued an aggressive stance, declaring on Tuesday that it is prepared to "fight to the end" in the tariff dispute.
50% : The US, including Trump and Bessent, has sent mixed signals to India.
50% : While Trump frequently mentions "tariffs" as a priority, he continues to refer to PM Modi as a "good friend" and "great leader."
43% : Bessent has previously been critical of both India and China for purchasing Russian oil despite the ongoing war in Ukraine.

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