New Delhi, April 22 -- Ajay Srivastava, Founder, Global Trade Research Initiative (GTRI), has called for India to strategically engage with both China and the United States while avoiding taking sides in the ongoing tariff war.

Srivastava emphasised that India should adhere to global trade principles rather than pursuing narrow personal interests.

A recent Chinese state media report warned that China would impose countermeasures in a 'resolute and reciprocal manner' against nations perceived as appeasing the US.

The report indicated that the Chinese government opposes any country making deals with the US that could undermine China's interests.

"India should not be drawn into binary geopolitical rivalries. Instead, it must engage with ...