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Trump American nationalist, India-US ties strong

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January 31, 2025

HIGHLIGHTING the strong bilateral ties between India and the United States, External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Thursday referred to US President Donald Trump as an "American nationalist".

- EXPRESS NEWS SERVICE @ New Delhi

The minister was addressing the students at Delhi University's Hansraj College.

In response to a question about whether Donald Trump is India's friend or enemy, Jaishankar told the students, "I recently attended his (Trump's) oath-taking ceremony and we received good treatment. I believe he is an American nationalist."

The minister, who has been dealing with the United States over four decades in different capacities, acknowledged that Trump's policies could lead to significant changes in global affairs but emphasized that India's foreign policy would remain focused on its national interests.

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