Trump 2.0 could still be an opportunity for Indian tech

Donald Trump's second term as president of the United States (US) marks a pivotal moment in global politics, with a reigning narrative that the world order has undergone a profound transformation.

- Rajesh Nambiar

It may seem more apparent now, but the reality is that these shifts have been years in the making. In today's fragmented world, globalisation has receded as nations prioritise advancing domestic agendas over a unified, interconnected global vision. Meanwhile, multilateral organisations that have long been the guardians of the global order find themselves at a crossroads and face an imperative to redefine their relevance.

Over the years, India and the US have significantly strengthened their strategic partnership across key sectors, leveraging platforms like Quad. The partnership between the two nations on the technology front extends beyond information and communication technology, to emerging fields like Artificial Intelligence (AI), cybersecurity, and semiconductors. However, to stay ahead in a volatile global landscape, nations must craft value propositions for mutually beneficial partnerships. The following are key areas for strategic focus:

Distinguishing immigration from skilled labour mobility: Trump's focus on restricting illegal immigration, including ending birthright citizenship, has assumed a more concrete form with his executive orders on the same. This move could impact nations such as Mexico that share borders with the US as well as India given many Indians continue to reside in the US, pursuing the American Dream.