US President Donald Trump, who threatened BRICS nations – which includes India – that he would impose 100% tariff “if they do not balance trade with the United States on a reciprocal basis” was sent an invitation letter by Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi to visit the country later this year
Referring to Trump as a “dear friend,” Modi also took to X to congratulate him on his term.
“I look forward to working closely together once again, to benefit both our countries, and to shape a better future for the world. Best wishes for a successful term ahead!” the PM wrote.
Congratulations my dear friend President @realDonaldTrump on your historic inauguration as the 47th President of the United States! I look forward to working closely together once again, to benefit both our countries, and to shape a better future for the world. Best wishes for a…
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) January 20, 2025
According to the Hindustan Times, Trump is invited to attend the Quad grouping’s meeting in Delhi organized by Trump’s nominee for secretary of state, Senator Marco Rubio, on the sidelines of the inauguration ceremony along with Quad foreign ministers.
On his first day in the office on Monday, Trump signed a cascade of executive orders, threatening BRICS at the same time with 100% tariff.
“BRICS is six, seven nations…looking to do a number on us… if they do it won’t be nice for them,” Trump stressed, bluntly asserting “We will tariff and tax foreign countries to enrich our citizens,” while maintaining other countries had long enriched themselves at US expense.
