US, Feb. 2 -- In 2026, the economic ties between India and the United States rest at an odd crossroads. Though both rank among the globe's most populous democracies, their alliance unfolds amid growing instability worldwide. Despite shared interests, interactions often shift between collaboration and tension. Under Donald Trump's renewed presidency, duties on certain Indian exports have climbed sharply, reaching near half their value. This moment invites reflection: How did such a contradiction emerge? What might it suggest ahead for this essential bond?
India and the United States did not always move toward closer economic bonds. During the Cold War, distrust marked their stance, one rooted in differing global visions. New Delhi chose ...