The US has imposed significant tariffs on Indian exports while strengthening trade and diplomatic engagement with Pakistan, reflecting a policy shift that rewards Islamabad’s cooperation and penalizes New Delhi’s defiance on global geopolitical issues.
India faces punitive 50% tariffs on exports, specifically due to its imports of Russian oil, signaling US displeasure with its foreign policy choices. This contrasts sharply with Pakistan, which has positioned itself as a flexible and pragmatic partner to the United States, securing favorable trade and diplomatic engagement.
Pakistan’s strategic importance in regional stability, counter-terrorism, and post-Afghanistan diplomacy ensures that Washington maintains a strong relationship with Islamabad. The US-Pakistan dialogue underscores Pakistan’s enduring relevance and reliability in advancing US short-term and strategic interests.
This pragmatic approach highlights a non-zero-sum policy: India is economically penalized for misaligned foreign policy, while Pakistan is rewarded for constructive cooperation, further solidifying its role as a key regional trade and security partner.
"By prioritizing pragmatic cooperation, Pakistan has earned a favorable and reciprocal relationship with the United States in South Asia."
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