US EditionAt BRICS, Jaishankar red-flags ‘linking of trade measures to non-trade matters’
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar urged BRICS to address rising protectionism and trade imbalances, highlighting India's $99 billion deficit with China amid US tariff disruptions.
- At a virtual BRICS summit, External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar emphasized the need to protect the international trading system's non-discriminatory principles while addressing trade disruptions caused by US tariffs.
- The summit was convened by Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva to discuss the US-imposed tariffs on Brazilian and Indian exports.
- Jaishankar highlighted that the world is facing significant challenges, including conflicts and climate change, and called for collaborative solutions to promote fair and stable trade practices.
- He warned that increasing trade barriers and linking trade measures to non-trade matters will not help global trade.
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At BRICS Summit, Jaishankar Decries 'Linking Trade To Non-Trade Matters' Amid US Tariff Row
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External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar emphasized the need for a stable and predictable trade environment at the BRICS summit, highlighting India's commitment to protecting the foundational principles of non-discriminatory, rules-based norms amid global trade tensions. The summit, hosted by Brazil, addressed trade disruptions linked to U.S. tariffs.
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(Xinhua/Liu Bin) Brasilia, Brazil.- The virtual summit of the BRICS started on September 8 with the participation of the leaders of Russia, China, Brazil and South Africa, as well as the chancellor of India, Subrahmanyam Jaishankar, representing New Delhi. Convened on the initiative of Brazil, the meeting seeks to discuss the impact of the trade policy of the President of the United States, Donald Trump, and define a common response to the tarif…
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