Donald Trump secured victory in the U.S. Presidential election early Wednesday morning. His win was confirmed when projections indicated that he had surpassed the 270-electoral vote threshold required for a majority. Trump faced significant competition from Democratic nominee, Vice President Kamala Harris.
Trump currently holds 291 electoral votes, while Harris has accumulated 223. To win the presidency, a candidate needs at least 270 electoral votes. This election is being regarded as one of the most significant in recent U.S. history.
Trump, who served as the 45th president from 2017 to 2021, has become the first U.S. president to reclaim the White House after a non-consecutive term in over a century. He previously lost to Joe Biden in the 2020 election. Harris has been serving as vice president since January 2021.
11 takeaways from India on what happens with the Trump win
Active influence of Soros linked lobbies within democrats targeting PM Modi to wane
The active influence of the George Soros-linked lobbies as major contributors to various Democratic races, we can see a decline in them. George Soros’s opinion on the current Indian administration has been against the government. Even in retirement, he has had influence in the Democratic Party, which has hurt India-US relations.
Closer rapport with a US President for the rest of PM Modi’s third term
It is reasonable to assume that there has been some rift, but with Donald Trump taking over in January 2025 and Narendra Modi’s third term continuing till 2029, both of them will now have a coinciding term. The two have definitely enjoyed a better rapport than Modi-Biden.
Less chances of Trump administration obsessing over Indian oil purchases from Russia
There are fewer chances of a Trump administration obsessing over Indian oil purchases from Russia.
More likelihood of alignment of interests on China
There is a greater likelihoodof an alignment with common interests on China. This is obvious, but what has happened in recent weeks — the US administration’s subtle encouragement of Justin Trudeau targeting India — has affected India’s position and its alignment with BRICS (Brazil, Russia, India, China, South Africa).
The impact has led to a rapprochementbetween India and China on border issues. This does not make long-term sense for the United States or India.
More likelihood for trade tariffs on Indian exports
Conversely, there is a chance of trade tariffs on Indian exports. Donald Trump will likely target Indian exports, goods, and services. It’s more likely to happen, though American intervention in India’s neighborhood might decrease.
Less likelihood of US intervention in India’s immediate neighbourhood
After Bangladesh, the neighboring country of India, held elections, Sheikh Hasina returned to power. She traveled to Beijing, and soon after, mass protests forced her to seek asylum. The man taking over has been known to be pro-US.
Better chances for a resolution in Ukraine
Ukrainians and Russians have suffered, and while an overnight resolution is unlikely, a positive shift is possible.
Increase in confrontation with iran to put india in a tighter spot
There’s likely to be tension with Trump on India’s purchases from Iran.
India more likely to sort out high tech transfer like jet engines
Positive prospects for technology transfer, including a long-awaited GE jet engine transfer to India.
Hinduphobia and global attacks on hindus
Finally, one can hope that issues of Hinduphobia and global attacks on Hindus will be taken seriously by this administration.
